Temporary Accountant

Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Employment Type: Employee

Additional Schedule Information: This temporary position will run through June 30, 2028.

Anticipated Start Date: 10/05/2026

Posting Date: 08/31/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EOO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Read, interpret and check for completeness of award documents and note special requirements. Ensure proper set up of awards and chartstrings in Financial Management System based on sponsor requirements. Identify invoicing and financial reporting requirements and notate in the Grants Portal.
  Percentage of time: 50
• Review and approve fiscal compliance items, including but not limited to UGAMart Requisitions, Expense Reports, Payment Requests, Combo Code Requests and Journals for charges on sponsored projects. Process Residual Balance requests.
  Percentage of time: 25
• Various other functions include but are not limited to responding to external agency and UGA departmental questions, inactivating closed projects, assisting and preparing information for audits, as well as other duties as assigned.
  Percentage of time: 15
• Serve as a liaison with departmental contacts based on agency assignments. Respond to departmental contact's questions and research, explain, or correct budget issues as necessary.
  Percentage of time: 10

Classification Title: Temporary Office/Clerical

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.0

Position Summary: Involves the accurate and timely completion of reports and invoices and processing of awards and modifications under the terms of the various contracts, grants and agreements awarded to the university. The position will interpret, establish, and maintain award files and government documents pertaining to post-award administration of grants and contracts.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position: Experience in accounting and/or external sponsored funding.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Knowledge of UGA Accounting systems

Physical Demands: Sitting for long periods of time

Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? : Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? : No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : No

Is driving a requirement of this position?: No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes

Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Brad Langford

Recruitment Contact Email: langford@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone: 7062484570