Assistant Director of Accounting

Georgia Department of Revenue; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Education is seeking an Assistant Director of Accounting to oversee daily financial operations, including cash flow, revenue, AP, and AR. The role supports the Director of Accounting in division management and ensures adherence to GAAP and governmental standards.

Ideal candidates will bring a strong background in government accounting, Workday proficiency, and excellent communication skills. Bachelor's in accounting and five years of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with five years of professional accounting experience, including three in a supervisory role.
• Experience with Workday software and government accounting standards preferred.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger reconciliations, AP/AR, journal entries, and SAO processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily Finance and Business Operations accounting processes including Cash, Revenue, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable.
• Assist the Director of Accounting with division management, financial reporting, accounting policies and procedures, and GAAP compliance.
• Collaborate with agency leadership and state/federal partners on special projects and reporting requirements.

Skills

MBA/CPA/Govt accounting cert

Workday

General ledger reconciliations

Bank reconciliations

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Journal entries

SAO processes

State Chart of Accounts

Budgetary Compliance Report (BCR)

ACFR

Governmental accounting standards

Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP)

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Job Title:

Assistant Director of Accounting

Agency:

Department of Education

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000007511

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

Job Description:

The Georgia Department of Education is hiring for an Assistant Director of Accounting to manage daily Finance and Business Operations accounting processes, including Cash, Revenue, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable. Under limited supervision, this position assists the Director of Accounting with division management, financial reporting, accounting policies and procedures, and compliance with GAAP, governmental accounting standards, and federal requirements. The position also works closely with agency leadership and local, state, and federal partners and assists with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess one or more of the following:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Governmental Accounting Certification.
• Strong knowledge of Workday software.
• Strong knowledge of accounting functions, including general ledger reconciliations, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and journal entries.
• Strong knowledge of SAO business processes, accounting policies, and the State Chart of Accounts.
• Experience with the financial and single audit process.
• Experience with the Budgetary Compliance Report (BCR) and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Working knowledge of governmental accounting standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting and five (5) years of professional accounting job-related experience, which includes three (3) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Sr Mgr, Accounting (FIM012) or position equivalent.

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.