Accountant III

Job ID: 247617
Location: Savannah State Recruiting Loc
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Savannah State University established in 1890, is the first public historically black college or university in the state of Georgia and the first institution of higher learning in the city of Savannah. The university's students select majors from four colleges — Business Administration, Education, Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, and Sciences and Technology. The campus is by far the most picturesque in the state of Georgia. The moss-laden sweeping oak trees, expansive marsh and historic architecture create a resplendent yet tranquil atmosphere. Beneath the beauty and splendor is a vibrant residential campus bursting at the seams with the vim and vigor of quality collegiate life: relevant academic majors, engaging lectures, cutting-edge research, quality student-faculty engagement and a nurturing environment.

Job Summary

This position requires high level accounting operations by applying principles of accounting to analyze financial information, interpret new and existing federal and state regulations; performs complex professional and technical accounting functions for the University; reconciles accounting records, meets required deadlines, creates financial reports to meet operational needs; provides consultative services to supervisors in resolving accounting problems and other financial duties as listed. This is a professional accounting position performing a full range of accounting tasks while applying policies, governmental accounting standards and generally accepted accounting principles and practices. This position requires strong communication, analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills. Must be an advanced computer (PC) user, able to process information in advanced general ledger systems, and proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel. May be directed to perform job related tasks other than those specifically delineated in this description.

Responsibilities

Reviews and approves transactions to ensure compliance with budget policies and procedures Reviews and approves budget documents Reviews and approves positions to ensure they are accurately funded Performs budget amendments to ensure funds are directed as requested Verifies the accuracy and validity of accounting transactions; prepares journal entries to correct accounting errors; prepares department chargebacks; submit reports as required or requested. Performs complex reconciliations Assists departments with financial matters and consult with management of the unit on the fiscal aspects of program planning, salary recommendations, and other administrative actions Verifies that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures; examines records for amounts due and ensures financial accuracy Monitors and maintain accurate records, databases, and other documents to support Banner/PeopleSoft interface function Reconciles Sales & Use Tax Account and coordinates payment and other general ledger accounts Oversees financial and tax compliance audits Provides customer service and problem resolution by investigating discrepancies and contacting appropriate internal and external customers for resolution Must possess strong communication skills; both verbal and written to provide clear direction to departments and dialogue with senior management Must comply all University, Board of Regents, State, Federal, and other policies and procedures as applicable This position may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically delineated in this description

Required Qualifications

Position requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Statistics or a related field Must have a minimum of four (4) years of experience/working knowledge of governmental accounting in a complex accounting environment Experience with enterprise systems Must have strong analytical and technical skills Must possess the ability to work independently and in a team based environment Must have professional communication skills (written and oral) to work with employees at the University and external parties

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree in Accounting or a business related field.

Apply Before Date

For best consideration apply by August 29, 2022. This Position is Open Until Filled.

Contact Information

For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Savannah State University, as determined by Savannah State University, its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Savannah State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Savannah State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Savannah State University, Office of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu.


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