Posting Details

Posting NumberS05240PWorking TitleSR ACCOUNTANTDepartmentTerry College Business 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/DepartmentCollege/Unit/Department websitePosting TypeExternalRetirement PlanTRSEmployment TypeEmployeeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleFull/Part timeFull TimeWork ScheduleAdditional Schedule Information

8-5 Monday thru Friday

Advertised Salary$36,000 - $40,000+ Commensurate with ExperiencePosting Date09/25/2020Open until filledYesClosing DateProposed Starting Date10/19/2020Special Instructions to Applicants

Please do not contact the department directly.

Location 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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Classification TitleAccounting Paraprofessional/ProfessionalFLSANon-ExemptJob FamilyBusiness And FinanceFTE1.00Minimum 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 QualificationsPosition 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 and Income accounts and reconciliation of reports. This position exercises judgment in maintenance of accounting procedures for these accounts.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and standards.
Computer skills: MS Word, Excel, accounting and database related software.
Proficient in UGA systems: Peoplesoft Financials, Simpler, FAME (UGA Foundation), UGAmart, PeopleSoft HCM. Intermediate-level experience with Excel – macros and pivot tables, etc.

Physical Demands

Working in a standard office environment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?NoIs this a Position of Trust?YesDoes 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, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)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

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 Department
•Provide advice and make recommendations on deficit handling scenarios to Business Manager

Percentage of time60Duties/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 time30Duties/Responsibilities

Reporting & Other duties
• Prepare and run reports relating to budget and payroll activities using Hyperion, PeopleSoft Reports, and Cubes, etc.
• Prepare reports relating to assigned departments.
• Assist with planning and execution of departmental-sponsored events as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Percentage of time10Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

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

Optional Documents