Accountant, Bursar's Office

Accounting Position at Kennesaw State University

Maintains accounting records for assigned department or college. Examines financial statements, records, and other financial reports to confirm accuracy. Ensures statements and accounting records comply with current policies and procedures. Reviews processes to improve business efficiencies, recommends best-practices. Answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations. Maintains financial security by following internal controls and protocol. Provides financial support for assigned department, location, unit and/or college.

Key responsibilities include performing various processes using Accounting Financial Software and Microsoft Office Applications, reviewing and reconciling financial transactions for assigned area, performing data entry and agency reconciliation, auditing statements to ensure accuracy, generating daily and monthly reports to access agency or general ledger accounts, substantiating financial transactions by auditing documents, assisting faculty, staff and other campus partners with inquiries related to agency and general ledger account transactions as needed, producing scheduled and ad hoc financial reports, communicating and responding to inquiries, proactively providing tutorials and trainings as necessary, monitoring unit email account(s) to address customer queries and access submitted documentation, reviewing, tracking and monitoring submitted financial documents and verifying submissions are complete and correct and communicating with stakeholders as needed, identifying resolution to accounting issues and providing recommendation and/or resolution.

Educational requirements include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Accounting or related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Required experience includes one (1) year of related work experience. Additional preferred qualifications include familiarity with PeopleSoft Financials and Banner. Preferred educational qualifications include an advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education related to accounting, finance, business or other related field. Preferred experience includes previous experience reviewing and reconciling statements.

The budgeted salary range is $51,600- $59,300 per year. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more!

Abilities include the ability to prioritize workload and work with minimum supervision, self-motivation and adaptability, ability to deal with multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines. Knowledge includes knowledge of KSU, Board of Regents and State of Georgia Accounting Policies and Procedures, understanding of accounting processes such as General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable. Skills include excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills. Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite). Maintains organized and timely records with a strong attention to detail and follow up. Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette.

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.

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

This is not a supervisory position. This position has financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.

Credit Report Standard Enhanced Education Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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