Financial Accountant I: Budgets & Reporting

Clayton State University; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a College/Department Finance Professional to prepare formal financial reports and complete CTO finances under the Clinical Trials Business Manager. The role includes audits, budgeting, and regulatory compliance across multiple reports and timelines.

Responsibilities cover accounting controls, advisory support on resource use, and monthly/quarterly/year-end financial statements while upholding confidentiality and accuracy in a complex university environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field from an accredited college or university and relevant experience.
• OR Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field from an accredited college or university and three years of relevant experience.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Audits and processes payments; resolves discrepancies and irregularities.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze budgets; prepare periodic reports.
• Advise on efficient use of resources and financial problem solving.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations for grants accounting.

Skills

Accounting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Associate's degree + 3 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Augusta University is seeking a College/Department Finance Professional to prepare formal financial reports and complete CTO finances under the Clinical Trials Business Manager. The role includes audits, budgeting, and regulatory compliance across multiple reports and timelines.

Responsibilities cover accounting controls, advisory support on resource use, and monthly/quarterly/year-end financial statements while upholding confidentiality and accuracy in a complex university environment.