Accountant

International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP)

Athens, Northern (GA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

TRS benefits

Job summary

University of Georgia in Athens seeks an Accountant in the Accounts Payable Travel and Encumbrances section. The role focuses on GASB87 for leases and GASB96 for SBITAs in government reporting, with some coding of expenditures for reporting.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of related experience. The position is full-time, non-exempt, 8am–5pm, with benefits eligibility under TRS.

Qualifications

Knowledge of University of Georgia policies and procedures.
Experience with the UGA Financial Accounting System.

Responsibilities

Review purchase request and payment request documentation for GASB87 and GASB96 compliance.
Unclaimed property reconciliation and reporting.
Review and audit general purchase requisitions to verify correct object codes for reporting.
Review and audit general check request payments to verify correct object codes for reporting.

Skills

Policies & procedures

UGA Financial Accounting System

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S15780P

Working Title

Accountant

Department

FD-Accounts Payable

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of 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.

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information

8am - 5pm

Advertised Salary

42000

Posting Date

09/18/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Proposed Starting Date

10/12/2026

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy 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.

Position Information

Classification Title

Accounts Payable Tech II

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

Position Summary

The Accountant handles a variety of tasks within the Accounts Payable Travel and Encumbrances section. The primary responsibilities of the position include the review and approval of GASB documentation. The Governmental Accounting Standards Board ( GASB ) is an independent, private-sector organization that establishes authoritative accounting and financial reporting standards for U.S. state and local governments that follow Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ( GAAP ). The focus of this position will be GASB87, for accurate financial reporting for leases by governments and GASB96, for accurate financial reporting for subscription-based information technology arrangements (SBITAs) for government end users (governments). A limited amount of time is spent coding purchase request and payment request expenditures for appropriate reporting / classification.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Knowledge of UGA policies and procedures.
Previous experience with the UGA Financial Accounting System.

Physical Demands

Sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Is this a Position of Trust?

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

Does this position require a P-Card?

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

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

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

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.

Duties/Responsibilities

Review purchase request and payment request documentation for GASB87 and GASB96 compliance.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Unclaimed property reconciliation and reporting.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Review and audit general purchase requisitions to verify correct object codes for reporting.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Review and audit general check request payments to verify correct object codes for reporting.

Percentage of time