ACCOUNTANT

ACCOUNTANT

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Posting Details

Posting Number: S13137P

Working Title: ACCOUNTANT

Department: PSO-Cont Ed-Business Admin

About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgias oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

About the College/Unit/Department: The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel is hiring motivated, dependable, and team-oriented individuals for jobs that advance UGAs mission of Public Service and Outreach.

Posting Type: External

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Advertised Salary: $43,000 - $48,000

Posting Date: 01/23/2025

Open until filled: Yes

Closing Date: Proposed Starting Date: 02/16/2025

Position Information

Classification Title: Accounting Paraprofessional/Professional

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Business Manager in the Business & Finance Team at the Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel, the Accountant plays a vital role in managing financial operations and maintaining accurate records for the center. This position is responsible for preparing, distributing, and communicating all customer invoices, ensuring timely and accurate processing while maintaining professional relationships with clients. The Accountant also handles a high volume of Payment Requests related to purchases at the Georgia Center.

In addition to managing invoices, this role creates and monitors various reports on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis, including tip reports, breakfast reports, expense distributions, and attendee reports. The Accountant is tasked with reviewing, analyzing, and troubleshooting bookings, folios, and invoices to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies efficiently.

This position requires close collaboration with the Hotel Front Desk Staff, the Business & Finance Team, and Georgia Center customers. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently to meet deadlines and complete tasks effectively.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Comfortable working with multiple computer applications at once.
• Highly skilled in Microsoft 365, Excel, and PDF functions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage several duties at once.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent time management skills.
• Very detail-oriented and accurate with attention to deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments smoothly and efficiently.

Physical Demands

Sit for long periods of time at computer.

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Manage Complete Billing Process: This position is responsible for reviewing audits, posting charges, splitting folios, creating documentation packets, sending past due correspondence, and recording receivables. Percentage of time: 30%
2. Accounts Payable Duties: This position is responsible for reviewing and submitting all payment requests and refunds for every department within the Georgia Center. Percentage of time: 30%
3. Financial Reporting: They will create and monitor reports on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis including tip reports, breakfast reports, expense distributions, attendee reports, and more. Percentage of time: 15%
4. Maintain Prompt and Professional Communication: This individual will communicate via email, Teams, telephone, and in-person with Event Coordinators, Customers, and Managers about their financial responsibilities. Percentage of time: 10%
5. Reviewing, Analyzing, and Troubleshooting Bookings, Folios, and Invoices for Billing: Submitting GL Journals and check receipting as needed. Percentage of time: 10%
6. Other duties as assigned. Percentage of time: 5%

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Name: Leta Salazar

Recruitment Contact Email:

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents