Compliance & Accounting Specialist

About Us

The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 26 higher education institutions as well as the University System Office (USO). Within the USO, our administrative operations are primarily housed in the Trinity Washington Building located in downtown Atlanta. Our Information Technology Services (ITS) division is located in Athens. The University System of Georgia Shared Services Center (SSC) is located in Sandersville. The Georgia Public Library System is located in Atlanta. The Georgia Archives is located in Morrow. The State of Georgia Records Center is located in Austell.

Location

Shared Services Center (SSC) - 1005 George J Lyons Pkwy Sandersville, GA 31082

Job Summary

The SSC Compliance & Accounting Analyst supports centralized compliance, accounting, and reconciliation operations for the University System of Georgia Shared Services Center (SSC). Reporting to the Senior Compliance & Accounting Analyst, this position assists with reconciliation analysis, compliance monitoring, audit support, documentation, and issue resolution to help ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable laws, policies, regulations, and internal controls.

This role collaborates with SSC staff, institutional partners, ITS representatives, consultants, and vendors to support reconciliation activities, process improvements, operational efficiencies, and audit readiness. Complex issues, trends, and compliance concerns are escalated to the Senior Compliance & Accounting Analyst for guidance and resolution.

Responsibilities

• Assists with centralized compliance, accounting, and reconciliation activities for SSC stakeholders and USG institutions.
• Performs reconciliation analysis, discrepancy research, transaction review, and supporting documentation activities to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Monitors compliance with applicable federal and state laws, BOR policies, USG regulations, and internal procedures.
• Researches reconciliation variances, operational issues, and data discrepancies and escalates complex matters as appropriate.
• Maintains audit-ready documentation, records, procedures, and reconciliation support files.
• Supports audit requests through documentation gathering, reconciliation research, and issue resolution assistance.
• Assists with identifying process improvement opportunities related to operational efficiency, customer service, data integrity, and reconciliation accuracy.
• Supports development and maintenance of procedures, job aids, training materials, and process documentation.
• Utilizes reporting and data analysis tools to identify trends, discrepancies, and exceptions.
• Collaborates with SSC staff, institutional partners, ITS representatives, consultants, and vendors to support reconciliation and compliance-related initiatives.
• Participates in cross-functional projects and operational enhancement initiatives.
• Develops concise communications and provides support to stakeholders under the direction of the Senior Compliance & Accounting Analyst.
• Maintains confidentiality and appropriately handles sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Day and overnight travel from headquarters may be required.
• Occasional overtime may be required.
• Must have a valid GA Driver's License.
• Light physical exertion may be required.
• Ability to work productively in an open-space environment with moderate noise levels.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field required, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge and skills.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliation processes, compliance practices, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify discrepancies and recommend solutions.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and support operational and process improvements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with technical staff, institutional partners, and SSC stakeholders in a professional, customer-focused environment.
• Proficiency with data analysis applications and reporting tools.
• Ability to appropriately manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Higher education experience preferred.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are subject to federal and state laws, as well as the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG). These Bylaws and Policies are available for inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University System Office is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University System Office to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the University System Office Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Background Check

Offers of employment are subject to a background investigation, including criminal records history, to determine eligibility for employment. Additionally, credentials and employment history stated in your application materials are also subject to verification.

For certain positions, a satisfactory credit check, MVR, or other relevant investigations may also be conducted. The University System Office holds the sole discretion in assessing eligibility for employment.