Accountant 2

Georgia Power Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia State Government is seeking an Accountant 2 to join its accounting team in Atlanta. Under general supervision, you will prepare, review, and record journal entries and maintain general ledger integrity in accordance with GAAP and Governmental Accounting Standards.

You will support accounts receivable, revenue activities, and cash management during month-end and year-end close. This role emphasizes internal controls and process improvements while ensuring compliance with State of

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP and GAS
• Familiarity with State of Georgia requirements
• Ability to assist month-end close and internal controls

Responsibilities

• Prepares, reviews, and records recurring and non-recurring journal entries, including accruals.
• Maintains general ledger integrity and supports month-end and year-end close.

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! Job Title: Accountant 2 Job Requisition ID: JR0000001547 Number of Openings: 1 Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America) Compensation Details: $50,000 - $60,000 Job Description: Under the general supervision of the Accounting Manager, performs professional accounting duties in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards, State of Georgia requirements, applicable federal guidelines, and GTEA fiscal policies and procedures. The position’s primary responsibility is the preparation, review, documentation, and recording of journal entries and the maintenance of general ledger integrity. The position provides secondary support for accounts receivable and revenue activities and tertiary support for cash management and bank reconciliation. The Accountant 2 also supports month-end and year-end close, account analysis, audit readiness, internal controls, and continuous improvement of accounting processes. Job Responsibilities & Performance Standards: 1. Journal Entries and General Ledger Accounting - Primary Responsibility

• Prepares, reviews, and records recurring and non-recurring journal entries, including accruals,