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Georgia State University

Accountant, Senior

Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Overview Accountant, Senior

– Office of Accounting Services

Georgia State University’s Office of Accounting Services offers advice to support decision making and demonstrates fiscal responsibility, accountability and regulatory compliance to the university's employees. The Office is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our team as an

Accountant, Senior

for Auxiliaries and Athletics Financial Reporting.

What makes GSU a great place?

Flexible work environment.

Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

Professional development opportunity and mentorship.

A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

What will you do This position is responsible for all aspects of Georgia State University Auxiliary and Athletics, Athletic Association Financial Reporting, and will have oversight of Student Activities Financial Reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities

Plan and organize the accounting work for the Athletics component unit and Auxiliary Enterprises reporting unit. Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for Auxiliary. Reconcile the trial balance to ending balances, account and project type. Record relevant journal entries and resolve discrepancies. Educate Athletics and Auxiliary staff regarding accounting policies and procedures and ensure adherence.

Supervise, direct and review work of Accountant III responsible for Student Activities.

Reconcile Athletic Association accounts including gate receipts, advertising, facility rentals and conference distributions. Supervise cash reserves. Assist with processing of purchase requisitions and reviewing of encumbrances.

Prepare annual audit schedules for independent auditors for Athletics activity; prepare closing entries; follow through on information requested by auditors; review financial statement drafts. Prepare annual NCAA AUP and EADA reports.

Reconcile Quasi Revenue.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Note : This position requires working some evening and weekend hours during July - August for duties related to Fiscal Year-End Close.

Qualifications Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree and four years of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Requirements:

Advanced Excel skills.

PeopleSoft Financials and Banner experience.

College/Business Unit : Comptroller/Financial Services

Department : Accounting Services

Location : Atlanta Campus

Shift : 8:30 AM - 5:15 PM

Salary : $66,000 - $72,000

Pay Grade : 17

FLSA Status : Exempt

Job Type : Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Special Instructions To be fully considered for this position all applicants at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

A complete and accurate GSU application

Resume

Cover Letter

Professional Reference List, at least 3 including phone numbers and email addresses

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Georgia State University Values : COMMUNITY; IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING; TRANSFORMATION; INTEGRITY; EXCELLENCE; STRATEGIC INNOVATION.

Equal Employment Opportunity : Georgia State University prohibits discrimination in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. See policy for full details.

Background Check : Successful candidate must pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other applicable background checks.

Clery Disclosure : The university complies with the Clery Act to provide information on certain crimes on campus.

Please note , Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to removal without prior notice or before posting expires. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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