Auxiliary Accounting Intern

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia in Athens seeks an Auxiliary Accounting Intern to support the Auxiliary Services Finance team. The role provides experiential learning credit and works within the Finance and Administration group on month-, quarter-, and year-end close tasks, account reconciliations, and budget reviews.

The position requires current enrollment in accounting/finance at UGA, strong analytical skills, and availability up to 20 hours per week during business hours. Start date 12/01/2026.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in University of Georgia with major in Accounting, Finance or related business discipline.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Completion of intermediate-level coursework – minimum completion or current enrollment in Principles of Accounting I

Responsibilities

• Ensuring financial transactions and statements are completed timely, accurately and properly supported; this includes processing accounts payable payment requests, journal entries, internal departmental and external billing requests working with Auxiliary Services Finance team.
• Ensuring accounting records contain the information necessary to meet reporting requirements to internal management.
• Reporting of financial results (profit & loss statements) to Vice President for Finance and Administrations Office according to prescribed procedures.

Education

University of Georgia student

GPA 3.0 or higher

Job description

Posting Number:

G/R24476P

Working Title:

Auxiliary Accounting Intern

Department:

Auxiliary Finance

About the University of Georgia:

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

College/Unit/Department website:

auxiliary.uga.edu

Employment Type:

Employee

Additional Schedule Information:

Office Hours are standard 8:00AM – 5:00PM Monday – Friday. A student in this role can expect their work schedule to accommodate their class schedule.

Anticipated Start Date:

12/01/2026

Posting Date:

11/03/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EOO Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Ensuring financial transactions and statements are completed timely, accurately and properly supported; this includes processing accounts payable payment requests, journal entries, internal departmental and external billing requests working with Auxiliary Services Finance team.

Percentage of time:

40

Duties/Responsibilities:

Ensuring accounting records contain the information necessary to meet reporting requirements to internal management.

Percentage of time:

30

Duties/Responsibilities:

Reporting of financial results (profit & loss statements) to Vice President for Finance and Administrations Office according to prescribed procedures.

Percentage of time:

30

Classification Title:

Student Assistant

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

FTE:

0.47

Position Summary:

This student intern position works with Auxiliary Services in Finance and Administration at UGA and provides Experiential Learning credit. This position is part of a team with various projects, including month, quarter, and year end close responsibilities, account reconciliations and budget reviews. Auxiliary Services is responsible for the financial accounting function and oversight of business processes for Dining Services, Transportation and Parking, University Bookstore, University Golf Course, and Vending Services.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position:

• Currently enrolled in University of Georgia with major in Accounting, Finance or related business discipline.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies :

• Completion of intermediate-level coursework – minimum completion or current enrollment in Principle Accounting I
• Strong financial acumen and analytical ability
• Availability during business working hours (8am-5pm) /not to exceed 20 hours per week
• Availability to work summer months.

Physical Demands:

Working in an office environment. Sitting for long periods of time.

Is this a Position of Trust?:

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Is driving a requirement of this position?:

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):

Yes

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.