At the Louisiana Legislative Auditor (LLA), we are the State of Louisiana’s Trusted Advisors to governments. We promote accountability and transparency in government. Our team provides the Legislature and the public with audit services, fiscal advice, and information to support effective public stewardship.
We value independence, integrity, excellence, credibility, and professionalism—and we’re looking for professionals who share these values to join our dynamic and impactful team.
We are seeking a motivated Staff to join our Local Government Advisory Services team. This role is ideal for early-career professionals looking to deepen their experience in governmental accounting, internal controls, and local government operations.
As a Staff, you'll play a key role in supporting advisory projects, documenting internal controls, conducting research, preparing reports, and gaining hands-on exposure to public sector improvement efforts across Louisiana.
Key Responsibilities• Assist in gathering and organizing financial and operational data from local governments• Prepare internal control documentation and assist in identifying compliance concerns• Draft clear, concise reports and recommendations • Conduct research on local government practices and applicable standards• Participate in training, meetings, and presentations, both internally and externally• Respond to inquiries from local officials • Contribute to statewide, local, and legislative initiatives• Perform administrative and project tracking tasks• Occasional in-state travel required for fieldwork and advisory visits
Our mission is to foster accountability and transparency in Louisiana government by providing the Legislature and others with audit services, fiscal advice, and other useful information.
The Legislative Auditor is one of the largest public accounting practices in the State of Louisiana and certainly one of the largest employers of certified public accountants. However, in addition to accountants, the Legislative Auditor also employs public administrators, attorneys, actuaries, computer analysts, Information Technology auditors, and many other individuals who offer the public a broad spectrum of skills.
