Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeastern Louisiana University.
Southeastern Louisiana University's Department of the Controller's Office invites applications for the position of Financial Reporting Accountant. The major function of this position is financial accounting duties, including bank reconciliations, asset management, sales tax preparation and reconciliation, and journals. This position will also assist in the preparation of the annual financial report, annual athletic reports, and any other reports requested by the system office and OSRAP with all applicable federal and state requirements.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
5 years of accounting or auditing experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Other Bachelor's degree may be substituted for Bachelor's degree in Accounting with at least seven years of accounting or auditing experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Define problems, establish facts, collect data, and draw valid conclusions
Familiarity with and ability to operate office equipment including typewriters, calculators, and personal computers, with or without a reasonable accommodation
Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Cover Letter
Resume/Vita
Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
Names and contact information for 3 references
Posting Close Date
September 29, 2026
Please Note: Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.
Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.
How to Apply:
Click on the Apply button and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies. Any required documents should be attached under the Resume/CV section of your application. If all required documents are not attached you will NOT be considered.
