Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager# Team Georgia Careers## Accounting ManagerApply: Atlanta: Full time: Posted Today: JR0000007536Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! **Job Title:**Accounting Manager**Agency:**Department of Education**Job Requisition ID:**JR0000007536**Shift:**Day (United States of America)**Compensation Details:**COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE**Job Description:**The Georgia Department of Education is hiring an Accounting Manage**r** to provide professional accounting support within the agency. Under general supervision and in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), this position performs professional accounting duties related to the recording, analysis, reconciliation, and reporting of financial transactions. The position is responsible for managing and maintaining agency general ledger accounts, including Accounts Payable, Payroll, benefits, withholdings, and Travel. This role also prepares financial reports, supports audit activities, ensures the accuracy of accounting transactions, and manages staff and other assignments as directed by management. **Preferred Qualifications**Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess one or more of the following:* Experience in governmental accounting, particularly in accounts payable and/or payroll.* Completion of the State Financial Management Certificate Program or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification.* Experience utilizing Workday financial management software.* Experience utilizing the Concur travel system and/or other travel processing software.* Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.**Minimum Qualifications:**Bachelor's degree in accounting and three (3) years of professional accounting job-related experience, which includes one (1) year in a supervisory role; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Accountant Spv (FIP024) or position equivalent.--Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department. #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Power