Jefferson Parish, LA (pop. 434,893). One of the most populous parishes in the state, Jefferson Parish is seeking a conscientious and productive public finance professional to serve as its next Accounting Director. This is an exciting opportunity to have a meaningful impact in a vibrant New Orleans area community with a strong urban business center and family-friendly green spaces.
Jefferson Parish is located in southeast Louisiana, stretching 60 miles between the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain and the shores of the Gulf of Mexico. The Mississippi River bisects the parish into two parts, the east and west banks, over 300 square miles comprised of unincorporated areas, and cities that include Kenner, Harahan, Gretna, Westwego, Jean Lafitte, and the Town of Grand Isle.
The Accounting Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the accounting functions of a consolidated local government with an annual operating budget exceeding $1 billion and a staff of ~3,400 funded positions. The role is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial records, the effectiveness of accounting operations, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This position plays a critical part in supporting transparent government operations and informed decision-making across departments serving the community. The Accounting Director reports to the Finance Director and manages a team of up to 30 staff members within the 50-member Finance Department.
Jefferson Parish, LA (pop. 434,893). One of the most populous parishes in the state, Jefferson Parish is seeking a forward-thinking and collaborative public finance professional to serve as its next Finance Director. This is an exciting opportunity to have a meaningful impact in a vibrant New Orleans area community with a strong urban business center and family-friendly green spaces.
Jefferson Parish is located in southeast Louisiana, stretching 60 miles between the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain and the shores of the Gulf of Mexico. The Mississippi River bisects the parish into two parts, the east and west banks, over 300 square miles comprised of unincorporated areas, and cities that include Kenner, Harahan, Gretna, Westwego, Jean Lafitte, and the Town of Grand Isle.
The Finance Director provides strategic and operational leadership for all financial activities of a consolidated local government with a $1 billion operating budget. This executive role manages a multidisciplinary team and oversees the functions of Budget & Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Procurement, Accounting, Financial Close & Reporting, Grants Accounting, and Debt Management & Issuance. The Finance Director ensures the fiscal integrity, transparency, and sustainability of the government’s financial operations, supporting the organization’s mission and long-term goals. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and managing a team of 50 staff members, as part of a larger Parish staff of about 3,400 funded positions, the Finance Director is a key member of the Parish’s professional leadership team.
Compensation and Benefits
The position offers a starting salary up to $179,704 depending on experience with opportunities for additional remuneration based upon tenure. Jefferson Parish offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and personal days; auto and phone allowance; participation in the Parochial Employees’ Retirement System and Deferred Compensation (457) plan, wellness program, and professional development opportunities.
NATURE OF POSITION
The Budgeting Accountant performs intermediate-level professional work in municipal budgeting, accounting, and auditing. This role is primarily responsible for the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of the City’s annual budgets while supporting general accounting functions such as ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, and federal grant reporting.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Director of Administration. May be under direct supervision of the designee of the Director of Administration.
The Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts, a statewide residential public school and state agency, has an opening for the position of Director of Finance, Operations, and IT (DFO). The DFO position is a full-time 12-month position as a state employee. LSMSA is funded directly by the State of Louisiana through the General Fund and the MFP.
LSMSA recruits high school-aged students from throughout Louisiana through competitive admissions. Students live on campus throughout the school year with various holidays and break periods.
The DFO is responsible for preparation and day-to-day oversight of the operations and capital outlays budgets, oversees the operations of the physical plant which consists of about 10 acres and five buildings, and supervises the Information Technology and Human Resources offices. The position directly supervises three assistant director positions and has indirect supervision of 12 other employees.
Qualifications for the position include a Masters’ level college degree in management, finance, or related area; 10 years of experience in a related setting; knowledge of job-related software programs; and working knowledge of budgeting, finance, and physical plant operations.
The salary range is $100,000 – $120,000 based upon degrees and experience.
Specific information regarding the position is available at www.lsmsa.edu/employment. Specific information about the school is available at LSMSA.edu.
Applications are currently being received, and the search will remain open until an acceptable candidate is identified.
For more information, contact Dr. Bill Ebarb at bebarb@lsmsa.edu
The DeSoto Parish Sales & Use Tax Commission is currently accepting resumes for the position of:
ADMINISTRATOR
All applicants MUST have the following qualifications:
Please send resumes to the attention of Jodi Ziglar, 101 Franklin St, Mansfield, LA 71052, or email to JZeigler@desotoppj.com. Call 318-464-8785 with any questions. Resumes must be received no later than close of business Friday, March 6, 2026.
