Business Services Assistant - (Temp)

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State University is seeking a Temp Business Services Assistant in Atlanta to support budgeting, accounting, and financial operations within the Student Engagement Administration. The role offers hands-on experience in budgeting, financial management, and operating in a higher education environment.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent or relevant administrative experience. Proficient Excel skills and strong communication are essential for coordinating with vendors,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required or 2+ years administrative experience with high school diploma/GED and substantial experience.
• Excellent customer service skills and professional communication.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide fiscal management for multiple budgets including monitoring, reconciliation, auditing, and purchasing approvals.
• Process accounts payable and assist with purchase orders and SAFC budgeting/reporting.
• Enter transactions in PantherMart and support budget tracking and financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain budget spreadsheets and distribute financial reports to stakeholders.
• Communicate with vendors, faculty, students, staff, and administrators on financial matters.
• Assist with special projects and resolve accounting discrepancies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

High school diploma/GED with experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial tracking

Job description

Business Services Assistant - Temp

Student Engagement Administration

Student Engagement/Student Success

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:30 AM - 5:15 PM

40 hours per week

These are exciting times at the Student Engagement/Student Success Department. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team.

The Student Engagement/Student Success is seeking (1) Business Services Assistant (Temp) to join the already awesome team taking the Student Engagement/Student Success Department to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES Student Engagement/Student Success A GREAT PLACE?

• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Business Services Assistant supports the management of fiscal, accounting, budget, and business operations within Student Engagement Administration. The position provides administrative and financial support for Student Activity Fee-funded programs through budget management, financial transaction processing, reporting, and purchasing activities. This role offers an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in budgeting, accounting, and financial administration in a higher education environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide fiscal management for multiple budgets, including budget monitoring, reconciliation, auditing, and approval of purchase requisitions.
• Perform accounts payable functions and assist with purchase order management. * Assist with Student Activity Fee Committee (SAFC) budgeting and financial reporting.
• Audit and enter transactions into PantherMart, including Requisitions & Travel Authorizations
• Support centrally managed Student Activity Fee‑funded registered student organizations' business transactions.
• Provide administrative support for centrally managed Student Activity Fee process.
• Create and maintain budget spreadsheets and assist with monitoring and tracking financial expenditures.
• Compile, analyze, and distribute financial reports and budget data.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, faculty, students, staff, and administrators regarding financial matters.
• Assist with accounting and financial discrepancies.
• Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of administrative experience; or High school diploma/GED and six (6) years of administrative experience; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Experience working in a university setting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial tracking.

College/Business Unit

Student Services

Department

Student Engagement Administration

Location

Atlanta Campus

Shift

8:30 AM - 5:15 PM

Salary

$21.00

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Type

Temporary Work

Georgia State University Values

COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place

INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents

USG Core Value 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,, genetic information, or protected veteran status.

Background Check Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.

Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime

Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus.

This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.