ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

Accounting Technician Office of Workers Compensation Location: East Baton Rouge Parish Louisiana Works transforms lives and drives prosperity by putting people at the center of everything we do. We provide one seamless door where individualized solutions create new possibilities, proving that when government works for people, Louisiana works for everyone. Learn more about Louisiana Works The Office of Workers’ Compensation Administration (OWCA) in Louisiana oversees the enforcement and administration of workers’ compensation laws, aiming to support early return-to-work efforts and improve workplace safety. The department manages disputed claims, conducts hearings, reviews medical treatment disputes, and investigates fraud through collaborative efforts like the GAME ON task force. This position supports the mission of the Second Injury Board (SIB) in accordance with La. R.S. 23:1371.A by helping encourage the employment of individuals with disabilities through financial oversight of employer and insurer reimbursements. The incumbent monitors, audits, and manages the financial operations of a fund exceeding $40 million, ensuring compliance with procedures related to annual assessments, benefit reimbursements, claim settlements, and financial reporting. The position performs complex financial reviews, coordinates disbursements, and provides technical guidance to staff. Additionally, it serves as a key contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding accounting and financial matters.Three years of experience or training in accounting, auditing, bookkeeping, or financial operations or computations. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the required experience. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties: • Input validated payments into the database and distribute with explanations of non-eligible items. • Audit claim documentation submitted by legal defense counsel. • Calculate total reimbursement amounts owed. • Process check requests for legal settlements and maintain reimbursement diaries. • Coordinate with OSRAP to resolve outstanding check issues and reissue as needed Position Specific Details: Location: Baton Rouge, LA Appointment Type: Probational / Job Appointment / Promotional / Detail to Special Duty This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of the following; Accounting Technician: $ 18.90 Hourly Rate / $ 3,276.00 Monthly Rate How to Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their applications 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. • Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. All applicants selected for employment must submit to drug screening and a background check. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact: Kedrick Kennedy kedrick.kennedy@la.gov Louisiana Works is an equal employment opportunity employer and SAME agency that serves as a model employer for the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities • TDD# 800-259-5154.