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Posting Number : S14468P

Working Title : Senior Accountant

Department :

FACS-Nutritional Sciences

About the University of Georgia :

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America 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 :

https : / / www.fcs.uga.edu /

Posting Type : External

Retirement Plan : TRS

Employment Type : Employee

Benefits Eligibility :

Non-Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time : Part Time

Additional Schedule Information :

Part-Time / 20 hours per week

Advertised Salary :

$17.20 - $24.08 per hour

Posting Date : 12 / 01 / 2025

Open until filled : Yes

Proposed Starting Date :

01 / 18 / 2026

Location of Vacancy :

Athens Area

EEO Policy 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 ( hrweb@uga.edu ).

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

Classification Title :

Accounting Technician III

FLSA : Non-Exempt

FTE : 0.50

Minimum Qualifications :

Associate’s degree or equivalent and 5 years of related experience

Position Summary :

The Senior Accountant is the primary financial support for the Expanded Food and Nutritional Educations Program (EFNEP). This accounting position in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) with responsibility for various accounting, reporting, and fiscal duties. This position ensures compliance with the guidelines, policies, and procedures from the federal (USDA NIFA) funding agency. The fiscal duties include, but are not limited to, reviewing and approving financial transactions, initiation of payments and purchases, financial statements and reports, forecasting spending trends, and troubleshooting financial activity problems. Stakeholders include the Principal Investigator of the EFNEP grant, Program Coordinators, Nutritional Sciences department team, College, UGA Extension and College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, County Extension, UGA procurement and Accounts Payable Departments. This position reports to the Nutritional Sciences Business Manager III.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting processes including payables, journal entries, and general ledger analysis and reconciliation.
• Prior budgetary and accounting experience and knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite (Excel {including pivot tables}, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to efficiently multi-task, handle interruptions, and meet accounting deadlines
• Ability to interpret data, analyze information, and report important fiscal matters.
• Excellent communication skills and strong organizational skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Dependable and work well independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with staff, faculty, and the public.

Physical Demands :

Is driving a responsibility of this position? :

No

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

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) :

No

Credit and P-Card policy :

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

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 .

Duties / Responsibilities :

EFNEP Financial Support :

Percentage of time : 80

Duties / Responsibilities :

EFNEP Programmatic Support :

Percentage of time : 80

Duties / Responsibilities :

Other duties :

Percentage of time : 80

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name :

Kandice Mitchell

Recruitment Contact Email :

kandicem@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone :

7065424869