Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S02995P Working Title SR Accountant Department Terry College Business Office About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

8-5 Monday thru Friday.

Advertised Salary $36,000+ Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 04/19/2019 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 05/06/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Position Information

Classification Title Accounting Paraprofessional/Professional Pay Grade FLSA Job Family Business And Finance FTE 1.0 Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

This position performs professional level accounting work independently in the Terry College of Business. The position is responsible for approval of financial transactions relating to State, Income and Foundation accounts and reconciliation of reports. This position exercises judgment in maintenance of accounting procedures for these accounts. This position prepares and approves personnels and payroll for the College.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

- Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and standards
- Knowledge of Higher education policies and procedures
- Proficient in ERP systems like PeopleSoft Financials and & HR Hyperion, Purchasing systems, etc.
- Computer skills – MS Word, Excel, accounting and database related software
- Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Physical Demands

Working in a standard office environment.

Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. Does this position have financial responsibilities? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? Yes Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? Yes Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Provide budget management for Departments
•Assist Business Manager with budgeting, accounting and bookkeeping for Academic Departments and non-Academic Departments.
•Final approver for financial transactions relating to state and income accounts. These transactions include payment request, employee expense statements, UGAmart, etc.
•Balance monthly status reports for multiple Departments
•Provide advice and make recommendations on deficit handling scenarios to Business Manager

Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Payroll Processing
•Payroll processing for all payroll within the departments you manage
•Adding Combo Codes for all new employees in HCM
•Funding all new or changing positions in PeopleSoft

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Prepare and run reports relating to budget and payroll activities using Hyperion and PeopleSoft Reports and Cubes

Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Other duties assigned

Percentage of time 5 Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents