UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences · 1 week ago
Senior Accountant
Athens, GA
Part-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$17.20/hr - $24.08/hr
5+ years expThe University of Georgia is a prestigious institution in the state of Georgia, and they are seeking a Senior Accountant for the College of Family and Consumer Sciences. This role involves providing primary financial support for the Expanded Food and Nutritional Educations Program (EFNEP), managing financial transactions, ensuring compliance with funding guidelines, and collaborating with various stakeholders.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Serve as primary financial support and contact for the Principal Investigator (PI) and grant team
Process, manage, and approve all financial transactions including payments, reimbursements, purchase orders, journals, direct charges, etc
Partner with central units such as College Post-Award team, Accounts Payable, Procurement, Sponsored Projects Administration, and Department of Nutritional Sciences as needed for reporting, questions and support
Manage all payroll including payroll adjustments, reconciliation and communication
Manage all travel and reimbursements for programmatic reconciliation and grant funding requirements
Ensure compliance with reporting and financial standards, policies and procedures
Any other financial duties as assigned by the supervisor
Track payroll and expenditures for correct account each month
Provide customer service for financial related questions
Assist county and staff funded staff with travel and reimbursement questions
Work with College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences and UGA Extension District business managers to process payroll for county employees
Reconcile travel expenditures for programmatic accountability
Check program assistant calendar against travel expense statements
Reconcile grocery reimbursements for programmatic accountability
Check program assistant calendars for programmatic accountability
Stay informed of changes in UGA/USG policies and procedures and provide guidance to PIs, state staff, and county employees, specifically in regards to Finance and HR/Payroll
Attend various meetings such as staff, departmental, and college meetings
Attend financial staff meetings, training as needed, conferences and complete college financial projects
Attend Training & Development courses and/or webinars to improve skills and keep abreast of new and changing policies and procedures relating to accounting, budgets, sponsored programs and other University policies and procedures
Other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree or equivalent and 5 years of related experience
Demonstrated knowledge of accounting processes including payables, journal entries, and general ledger analysis and reconciliation
Prior budgetary and accounting experience and knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite (Excel {including pivot tables}, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat
Ability to efficiently multi-task, handle interruptions, and meet accounting deadlines
Ability to interpret data, analyze information, and report important fiscal matters
Excellent communication skills and strong organizational skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail
Dependable and work well independently
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with staff, faculty, and the public
Company
UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
Agricultural and environmental sciences are only as important as the food you eat, the clothes you wear, and the water and air around you.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Autumn Starbird
Club President and Founder, Environmental Economics and Management Club
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