Accounts Payable Specialist: GASB GAAP Focus

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Accountant position at University of Georgia in Athens supports Accounts Payable and Encumbrances by reviewing GASB documentation and ensuring GAAP compliance. Primary focus is GASB87 for lease reporting and GASB96 for SBITA arrangements for government end users.

The role also includes coding purchase requests and payments for proper reporting, with a need to understand UGA policies and prior experience with the UGA Financial Accounting System.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Review and approve GASB documentation.
• Assist with GASB87 lease reporting and GASB96 SBITA reporting for governments.

Skills

Policy knowledge

UGA accounting system

Education

High school diploma or equivalent + 2 years experience

Job description

The Accountant position at University of Georgia in Athens supports Accounts Payable and Encumbrances by reviewing GASB documentation and ensuring GAAP compliance. Primary focus is GASB87 for lease reporting and GASB96 for SBITA arrangements for government end users.

The role also includes coding purchase requests and payments for proper reporting, with a need to understand UGA policies and prior experience with the UGA Financial Accounting System.