Accounting Technician

South Georgia Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Benefits

Job summary

South Georgia Technical College in Americus, GA is seeking an Accounting Technician to support accounts payable, coding, and cash management. The role involves processing invoices, vendor communications, and maintaining financial records.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent with at least 1 year of bookkeeping or accounting clerical experience. A related accounting diploma/degree is preferred; state benefits apply to full-time staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of bookkeeping or accounting clerical experience.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles; skill in operating computers and accounting software; strong oral and written communication skills; interpersonal relations and public interaction; decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Reviews a wide range of source documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Assigns standard pre-established accounting codes and other identifying information.
• Processes various accounts payable and contacts vendors to resolve questions.
• Maintains outstanding checks and documents stop payments.
• Prepares and verifies supplier invoices, enters data, and submits checks to vendors.
• Monitors daily and monthly cash disbursements and prepares daily bank deposits.
• Enters routine financial transactions into accounting systems and maintains records.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accounting diploma or degree

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: Accounting Technician

Agency: South Georgia Technical College

Job Requisition ID: JR0000004945

Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details: FULL-TIME POSITION. SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.

Campus: Americus

General Duties:

• Reviews a wide range of source documents, such as purchase orders, supplier invoices, invoices, receipts, requisitions, travel documents and other forms for accuracy and completeness
• Assigns standard pre-stablished accounting codes and other identifying information
• Processes various accounts payable
• contacts vendors to resolve questions
• Maintains outstanding checks and creates documentation for stop payments
• Prepares and verifies accounts payable supplier invoices, enters data into accounting systems, and submits checks to vendors
• Monitors cash disbursement daily and monthly
• Prepares daily bank deposit(s)
• Enters routine financial transactions into accounting systems
• verifies and corrects information
• Organizes and maintains hard copy files of departmental records
• Receives, controls and records cash, check, and credit card payments
• Operates or assists with cash register functions as needed
• Attends training and implements process as directed
• Processes external source changes to the student accounts receivable system
• Provides information and assistance to callers and visitors
• Operates computer programmed with accounting software to record, store and analyses information
• Maintains records, files, and documentation related to accounting processes
• Performs limited and routine general clerical duties
• and other duties as assigned

Education Requirements & Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent *AND* One (1) year of experience in bookkeeping or accounting clerical work.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles; skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs; oral and written communication skills; skills in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public; decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Diploma or degree in Accounting or closely related field.

Compensation:

Full-time position. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits:

State of GA Benefits package available.

Reports to:

Administrative Services Coordinator

Application Deadline:

09/30/2026

Notices:

Pursuant to college policy, a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check, shall be conducted on all candidates prior to being hired for any position with SGTC.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent *and* One (1) year of experience in bookkeeping or accounting clerical work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.