"Accountant"

Job Details

Job Title: Accountant
Location: Albany State Rec. Location
Regular/Temporary:
Full/Part Time:
Job ID: 287247
About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

Job Summary

The Accountant I, II, or III handles financial record-keeping, reporting, and analysis within a university setting. The "I", "II", and "III" denote increasing levels of experience, responsibility, and complexity of tasks. The required experience will increase progressively for more years of experience required as you move up the levels.

The Accountant I, II or III handles complex financial tasks, including maintaining various accounting records, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with university policies and regulations. The Accountant I, II or III will analyzing financial data, reconciling accounts, supporting the university's budgeting and auditing processes and ensuring compliance with university, local, state, and federal regulations. They may also provide guidance to other staff and departments on accounting matters

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with the senior management and the Controller in the areas of Revenue Collections, Accounts Payables, Payroll, and General Accountings as needed.
• Responsible for successful completion of daily journals for related accounting sub systems (AR, Payroll journals).
• Responsible for the reconciliation of an assigned subset of accounts, units and/or business activities as assigned by the Controller.
• Plays a vital role in related projects such as monthly and annual year-end closeout and preparation of documentation for annual audits.
• Reconcile health, life and retirement reports and payments to appropriate agencies and vendors.
• Reconcile payroll liability accounts.
• Analyze and research general ledger accounts to explain unusual items.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Assist/perform daily Banner closeout procedures.
• Prepare documents for archiving.
• Record Cashier sessions.
• Assist students with accounts and other information.
• Perform cashiering duties.
• Assists with the resolution of cash management issues of federal, state and private student financial aid programs and other granting agencies as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Controller.
• Collaborates with the Bursar's office and grants and contracts regarding fund drawdown timing and disbursements.
• Assist with requests from both internal and external auditors

Required Qualifications

Accountant I

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field. 6 months to a year of experience in Accounting or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted.

Accountant II

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field. 1 to 2 years of experience in Accounting or related field. 1 year of experience using a computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel etc.). Past experience in working within a complex integrated accounting software system is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted.

Accountant III

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field. 3 to 4 years of experience in Accounting or related field. A n equivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted.

Preferred Qualifications

Accountant I

Two years of experience in Accounting or related field. Certified professional Accountant (CPA) designation.

Accountant II

3 years of experience in Accounting or related field. Banner and PeopleSoft Financial experience preferred. Past work history must demonstrate progressive levels of responsibility in the area of accounting with preference given to the fund accounting area. Certified professional Accountant (CPA) designation

Accountant III

5 years of experience in Accounting or related field. Certified professional Accountant (CPA) designation.

Proposed Salary

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of Board of Regents procedures and policies. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board including local state and federal rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Knowledge of Peoplesoft Financial Software. Skilled in oral and written communication. Skilled in customer service. Skilled in developing financial documents and supporting schedules. Ability to manage time and projects. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle protected data. Ability to recognize and implement efficiencies in processes and procedures.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251-2644, or by email at support@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at <https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct>.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at <https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653>.

Institutional Values

Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have: * a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage * a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle * a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working, and studying. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the ASU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the ASU community.

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.

Organization

Albany State University is a four-year institution in southwest Georgia offering undergraduate and graduate liberal arts and professional degree programs, and a wide range of outreach programs to the community. Albany State University is located in Albany, a progressive city of 100,000, on a 206-acre campus featuring impressive new buildings. The school has gained a reputation as the "Unsinkable Albany State" after surviving two major floods.