Accountant Jobs in Louisiana
Accountant jobs in Louisiana are consistently in demand, with hiring concentrated in energy, healthcare, and government contracting sectors that form the backbone of the state's economy. New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport are the primary hiring hubs, where employers like Entergy, Ochsner Health, and the Louisiana Department of Revenue maintain steady accounting workforces. Openings run from entry-level staff accountants to senior roles in tax, audit, and cost accounting, with oil and gas cost accounting and governmental accounting among the most sought-after specialties. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Baton Rouge, LA
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OFSS 110226 ERG
Division of Administration
Office of Finance and Support Services
11/02/2026
11/7/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
The Division of Administration/Office of Finance and Support Services has a vacancy. This job title has an assigned pay grade of AS-624. This position is located in the Cash Disbursements Section.
The Office of Finance and Support Services provides comprehensive accounting services, including financial reporting, analysis, budget development and preparation for the Division of Administration and various offices and agencies within the executive Department. The services provided by OFSS involve a range of agency responsibilities for implementing financial operational policies and procedures, preparing and monitoring all budget functions and providing monthly and annual financial statements to ensure accurate and timely financial services. The work is performed in compliance with state, federal, grant specific and office rules, policies, and procedures and are reviewed on the basis of results, reports and outside Independent audit, both federal and state.
The Accountant Manager 4 serves in directing the financial accounting and management systems and all fiscal operations within Office of Finance and Support Services Cash Disbursements Section for the Division of Administration and all client entities.
The Division of Administration is the state government’s management arm and the hub of its financial operations. Division offices perform a wide variety of activities including the following:
- Overseeing the state’s capital construction program
- Working to provide state and federal grants for community development
- Development of the state budget
- Providing technology services
- Giving agencies guidance in the state purchasing and contracting process as they seek goods and services
- Administering a program that provides federal funds to help Louisiana residents recover from a series of devastating hurricanes
Minimum Qualifications
Eight years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in accounting plus five years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking; OR
A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in accounting plus five years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking; OR
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, or statistics plus five years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking; OR
An advanced degree in accounting, finance, business administration, management, economics, quantitative methods, or statistics plus four years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking; OR
Possession of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license plus three years of experience in accounting, auditing, financial operations, payroll, or banking.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Directs the implementation of financial system accounting structure necessary to record, report, and draw funds based on expenditures and developing policies and procedures to ensure proper financial controls are in place.
Responsible for directing and coordinating all matters related to cash disbursements, travel, purchase cards, travel cards, CBA and accounts payable activities for client agencies.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This vacancy will be filled by promotion of a current permanent status Division of Administration employee. A permanent status employee may be required to serve a new probationary period in lieu of promotion.
Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $3,191.20 biweekly.
Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer" for People with Disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
A criminal history check may be conducted on all new hires as well as employees changing positions including promotions, demotions, details, reassignments and transfers. Also, prospective employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing. New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-verify system.
Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.
For further information about this posting, please contact:
Erica R. Gay
HR Specialist
Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources
Email: Erica.Gay@la.gov
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
- Mardi Gras,
- Good Friday,
- Memorial Day,
- Independence Day,
- Labor Day,
- Veteran's Day,
- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
- Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
- Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
- Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
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What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in accountant jobs across Louisiana.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Louisiana State Board of CPAs
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle
- Experience with financial reporting, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close
- Knowledge of GAAP and familiarity with federal and Louisiana state tax regulations
- Strong analytical and communication skills with attention to detail
Accountant Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a accountant in Louisiana?
To become a licensed CPA in Louisiana, you must meet the education and experience requirements set by the Louisiana State Board of Certified Public Accountants and pass the Uniform CPA Examination. Louisiana requires a bachelor's degree with qualifying accounting and business coursework. After passing the exam, you need supervised work experience under a licensed CPA before the board will issue your license. Many accountant roles that do not require a CPA license still expect a relevant degree and may value progress toward certification.
How much do accountants make in Louisiana?
Accountants in Louisiana earn a median of about $73,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,950 for the lowest 10% to over $117,110 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire accountants in Louisiana?
Employers hiring accountants in Louisiana right now include IEM, LWCC, and UTLX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Louisiana's energy sector, large hospital systems, and state government agencies are historically among the most consistent sources of accountant openings across the state.
Which Louisiana cities have the most accountant jobs?
Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Lafayette have the most accountant openings in Louisiana. Baton Rouge leads because it is home to state government offices, major petrochemical operations, and large university systems, while New Orleans draws demand from its tourism, healthcare, and port-related industries, and Shreveport's concentration of regional healthcare systems and energy companies sustains a steady local market.
Are there remote accountant jobs in Louisiana?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 21% of accountant openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well accounting work translates to off-site environments. Tax preparation, financial analysis, and management reporting roles tend to have the highest remote availability, while staff accountants tied to specific operations or government contracts are more likely to require an on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a accountant in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for staff accountant or accounting assistant roles at Louisiana's large hospital systems like Ochsner Health or LCMC Health, state agencies, or energy companies such as Entergy, which regularly hire candidates with a degree but limited work history. Internship programs at regional CPA firms in New Orleans and Baton Rouge offer a direct route into public accounting. Completing the CPA exam sections early, even before licensure, signals commitment and gives you a measurable edge over candidates who have not started the process.
Where can I find and apply to accountant jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to accountant jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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