Accountant, Finance
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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
POSITION: Accountant
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
· Under general supervision, performs accounting functions which are standard, but complex and varied in scope for a technical college.
· Independently records financial transactions, performs reconciliations and prepares accounting reports.
· Responsible for recording cash/check receipts for student registration.
· Maintains accounting file information.
· Processes complex receivables, payables.
· May perform purchasing or other related duties.
· May enter budget amendments.
· May supervise technical/clerical staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
· Baccalaureate Degree required in a course of study related to the occupational field.
· Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
· Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
· Ability to be bonded.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: (In addition to the minimum qualifications)
· Experience in governmental accounting and knowledge of BANNER database software.
SALARY/BENEFITS: Salary commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include paid holidays, annual leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program.
Please be aware that all Chattahoochee Technical College employees must be paid by Direct Deposit unless exempted by the State Accounting Office based on “hardship” evidence provided by the employee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: APPLY ONLINE ONLY @ www.chattahoocheetech.edu. and select “Jobs at Chattahoochee Technical College.” For a complete file fill out the online application, upload cover letter, resume, transcripts, and three professional reference letters or send reference form on application. Before a candidate is hired, a pre-employment criminal background investigation and employer/professional reference check will be conducted. Following screening, candidates may be asked to submit further documentation, including college transcripts.
RESPONSE DEADLINE: Open until filled
ANTICIPATED OFFICIAL EMPLOYMENT DATE: January 2011
EMPLOYMENT POLICY: Chattahoochee Technical Colleges does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Inquiries may be directed to the Title IX and 504 Coordinator, Chattahoochee Technical College, 980 South Cobb Drive, Marietta, GA 30060, Bldg. C. Room 1102, (770.528.4484).
A Unit of the Technical College System of Georgia.
Job Description Follows:
Accountant FIN/19
Finance FLSA Status: Exempt
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for performing professional accounting duties associated with analyzing and preparing financial reports and financial information. An incumbent in this position may be designated “Senior Accountant.”
MAJOR DUTIES
· Generates and disburse monthly budget comparison reports to department heads.
· Reconciles accounting subsystems to trial balance; analyzes and corrects discrepancies.
· Reconciles asset management subsystem to the fixed assets trial balance.
· Analyzes and interfaces asset management accounting entries.
· Downloads student data from Banner system and creates appropriate accident and malpractice insurance payments per quarter.
· Analyzes risk management invoices; maintains property records.
· Creates/enters General Ledger journal vouchers.
· Reconciles BANNER to PeopleSoft.
· Adds drivers to fuel card database; monitors activity.
· Coordinates student accident insurance claims.
· Generates student billing invoices refunds.
· Receives cash deposits.
· Performs physical inventory.
· Assists the cashier as needed.
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
· Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
· Knowledge of student accounts management practices.
· Knowledge of college budgeting procedures.
· Knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations.
· Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs.
· Skill in decision making and problem solving.
· Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
· Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Director of Compliance, Reporting and Financial Services assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include reconciliation procedures established by the Technical College System of Georgia, the State Accounting Office, and the Department of Audits. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
· The work consists of varied accounting duties. The need for accuracy contributes to the complexity of the position.
· The purpose of this position is to perform accounting duties in the maintenance of the college’s financial records. Success in this position contributes to the accuracy of financial records.
CONTACTS
· Contacts are typically with co-workers, students, parents, faculty and staff, insurance representatives, and members of the general public.
· Contacts are typically to motivate or influence persons, to resolve problems, to provide services, or to give or exchange information.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
· The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
· The work is typically performed in an office.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
None.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· Baccalaureate Degree required in a course of study related to the occupational field.
· Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
· Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
· Ability to be bonded.