Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting NumberS03779PWorking TitleAccountantDepartmentAU/UGA Dean's OfficeAbout 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

Augusta University (AU) and the University of Georgia (UGA) partnered to create a four-year medical campus in Athens to help alleviate a statewide shortage of physicians that threatens the health of Georgians. The AU/UGA Medical Partnership, which enrolled its first class of 40 students in 2010, combines the significant instructional and research resources of UGA, the state’s flagship land grant research university, with the expertise of AU-MCG, Georgia’s only public medical school.

College/Unit/Department websitemedicalpartnership.usg.eduPosting TypeExternalRetirement PlanTRSEmployment TypeEmployeeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleFull/Part timeFull TimeWork ScheduleAdditional Schedule Information

Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Flexibility may be needed at times.

Advertised SalaryCommensurate with ExperiencePosting Date08/14/2019Open until filledYesClosing DateProposed Starting Date09/16/2019Special Instructions to ApplicantsLocation of VacancyAthens 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 TitleAccounting Paraprofessional/ProfessionalPay GradeFLSAJob FamilyBusiness And FinanceFTE1.0Minimum 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

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Familiarity with PeopleSoft or other financial systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Experience in higher education environment.

Position Summary

This is a high level accounting position with responsibility for a complex organization. The position provides accounting services for the AU/UGA Medical Partnership and is responsible for coordination and management of key accounting, budgeting, and auditing functions of the organization. Will carry out all duties for both Augusta University and University of Georgia with an in depth knowledge of both universities’ financial systems and policies.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Comprehensive knowledge of accounting functions, uses discretion when dealing with confidential materials, excellent communication and written skills, highly detail-oriented.

Physical Demands

Work in a standard office environment (majority of work at desk); will move items from one location to another on occasion.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?YesDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoDoes this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?NoDoes this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, or patient records)?YesCredit 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

Manage the day-to-day accounting operations:
•Oversee all monthly reconciliation and reporting transactions for accounts (UGA, UGA Foundation, UGA Project/Grants, AU, AU Project/Grants, Augusta University Medical Associates (AUMA), Medical Partnership Student Government (SGO), St. Mary’s and Piedmont GME Programs). This requires both high level accounting knowledge and proficiency in UGA and AU financial policies, procedures, and financial systems, including:
•PeopleSoft Financials, PeopleSoft HR (OneUSGConnect), SunGuard OneSolution
•Prepare budget amendments as required.
•Analyze all accounting transactions and policies for all accounts. Determine corrective actions and make adjustments as needed.
•Provide financial support to principal investigators on grants as required.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Responsible for financial reporting and compliance:
•Prepare and monitor monthly and year-end cash management status reports.
•Create queries and extract financial data in both UGA and AU financial and data management systems. Prepare comprehensive financial reports for the Medical Partnership. Maintain internal tracking tool for all financial data from both institutions and private sector sources.
•Assist in analyzing, developing and enforcing internal financial policies and procedures, and make recommendations for improvements.
•Prepare reports for the Senior Director of Finance and Administration including analytical report reviews and others as needed.
•Prepare reports and invoices for St. Mary’s and Piedmont as part of the Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs.
•Audit leave records of all Medical Partnership faculty and staff (UGA, AU).
•Assist with all external and internal audit requests (UGA, AU).
•Ensure assigned business transactions and processes are performed in a timely and quality manner in accordance with established UGA as well as AU policies and internal controls.
•Establish and revise work methods and procedures based on analysis. Develop and maintain financial process documentation for the Medical Partnership.
•Maintain required transactional supporting documentation and records based on retention/audit standards.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Review all travel authorizations and travel expense statements to ensure compliance with UGA and AU policies and applicable laws.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Stay up to date on all University of Georgia, Augusta University, and Board of Regents policies to provide training and direction to faculty and staff members on appropriate financial policy and procedure.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents