FINANCIAL SUPPORT SUPERVISOR

Fulton County; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Fulton County in Atlanta, GA seeks a part-time Financial/Bookkeeping Supervisor for the State Court. The role oversees payroll, deposits, audits, and staff supervision. Requires an associate degree and 3+ years in fiscal support, plus 2+ years in leadership.

Knowledge of budget development, accounting, confidentiality, and strong communication is essential. The position offers an hourly rate of $31.28 and opportunities to ensure accurate financial processing and compliance within a public-sector

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in business, public administration, or related field and 3+ years of specialized fiscal support experience.
• Two or more years of lead or supervisory experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of leadership, budget development, accounting practices, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll, deposits, audits, and batch reporting.
• Supervise staff, assign workloads, evaluate performance, and enforce policies.
• Assist in developing budgets, monitor expenditures, and procure office supplies.

Skills

Leadership

Office management

Basic accounting

Budget development

Data analysis

Education

Associate's degree in business or public administration

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Database software

Word processing software

Presentation software

Accounting software

Job description

UNCLASSIFIED POSITION WITHIN THE STATE COURT

Area of Assignment: Supervise the Financial/ Bookkeeping in State Court

This is a part-time position.

Hourly Rate: $31.28 per hour

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in business, public administration, or related field and three or more years of specialized fiscal support experience, including two or more years of lead or supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Specific License or Certification Required

None.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities

Requires knowledge of principles and practices of leadership, office management, basic accounting, and budget development and administration. General office practices, procedures, equipment, and technology. Federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations governing area of assignment. Requires skill in delivering high quality, customer-focused service. Interpreting, implementing, and enforcing policies, laws, and regulations governing area of assignment. Writing production financial reports and analyzing and evaluating data. Applying judgment and using discretion in decision making and resolving problems. Maintaining and securing confidential information. Presenting oral and written communications. Using spreadsheet, database, word processing, presentation, and other software. Building sustainable working relationship with other County.

Veterans’ Preference

Qualifying veterans will be given preference in the form of a guaranteed invitation to interview for any position to which they applied and have been found to have met the minimum qualifications. Veterans’ preference provides for hiring preference on initial appointment only. To see the full Fulton County Veterans’ Preference Policy and Procedure, please click here.

Examination

The examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience, accomplished by analysis of the application. Application must document that the applicant possesses the minimum knowledge, skills, education, and experience as listed to be rated as qualified. If selected, an official, accredited college transcript is required, at time of employment, for all degrees/coursework used to qualify for this position.

Purpose of Classification

Supervises financial support staff in revenue generating or financially related areas.

Essential Functions

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and level of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Oversees operational activities, including auditing reports, running batch reports, preparing deposits, ensuring correct drawer balances of items and ensuring monies are deposited. Supervises assigned staff, including establishing workloads, prioritizing work assignments, evaluating performance, interpreting policies and procedures, resolving issues, and administering disciplinary action as required.

Assists in developing and implementing new office policies, procedures, and standards. Resolves difficult and complex problems such as irate customers, collection problems or other problems requiring extensive research, knowledge, and interpretation of policies, regulation, and laws.

Responsible for monitoring and procurement of office supplies for multiple office locations. Assists in preparing and monitoring the budget, including looking at the previous year's expenditures and estimating capital purchases. Prepares and processes payroll. Prepares letters, memos, reports, responses to information requests, and other documents. Trains new staff on fiscal procedures and cross-trains other staff to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency. Acts as a liaison between assigned department, clients, staff, and other professionals.

Additional Functions

Performs other related duties as required.

Physical Requirements

Work is typically performed in an office-like environment. May work in high conflict situations and with difficult, sometimes dangerous parties. Positions in this class typically require sitting, mobility, lifting, carrying, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive physical motions. Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

It is the policy of Fulton County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, genetics, disability or sexual orientation.

For Applicants With Prior Military Service

We strongly encourage veterans, prior military and transitioning service members to apply. Many of the competencies and transferable skills developed through military service directly support success in this role, including:

• Leadership Under Pressure - Leading small teams during high-volume pay cycles or audits, maintaining accuracy and composure under strict deadlines, prioritizing financial tasks during operational surges or mission-critical events
• Operational Planning & Execution - Military training in coordinating daily operations such as pay processing, voucher review, and account reconciliation, managing timelines for budget execution, vendor payments, and internal controls
• Adaptability & Rapid Problem-Solving - Troubleshooting issues across multiple systems and platforms, Identifying and correcting pay errors, rejected transactions, and financial discrepancies, Applying analytical judgment to resolve complex financial cases
• Team Cohesion & Communication - Collaborating with HR, supply, vendor services, and command teams, Providing clear, professional guidance to Soldiers, civilians, and leadership, Delivering customer service for pay inquiries, entitlements, and adjustments
• Safety & Risk Awareness - Ensuring compliance with regulations, audit standards, and policy updates, Applying internal controls to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse
• Technical & Equipment Proficiency - Operating financial management systems, accounting software, and pay platforms. Using office technology to create reports, spreadsheets, and financial correspondence