Accounts Payable Specialist - Support Campus Finance

University System of Georgia; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan (Teachers Retirement/或

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick leave

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Columbus State University is seeking an Accounting Assistant for the Accounts Payable section within Business and Finance. The role processes payments for contracts, leases, and purchase orders, delivering accurate financial records and high-level customer support to internal departments and external vendors.

The position requires attention to detail, independence, and knowledge of university financial systems, offering full benefits with a salary around $32,882–$35,493 annually.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years in accounting or bookkeeping preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and verify accuracy.
• Manage payment schedules and AP files.
• Enter transactions into accounting software and maintain records.

Skills

Excel skills

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Job description

Columbus State University is seeking an Accounting Assistant for the Accounts Payable section within Business and Finance. The role processes payments for contracts, leases, and purchase orders, delivering accurate financial records and high-level customer support to internal departments and external vendors.

The position requires attention to detail, independence, and knowledge of university financial systems, offering full benefits with a salary around $32,882–$35,493 annually.