Fiscal Specialist

Fiscal Specialist Posting Number: S14776P Posting Date: 03/02/2026 Closing Date: 06/01/2026 (open until filled) Department: SRVPAA-SR VP Academic Affairs & Prov Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $55,000 - $73,341 Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience. Preferred Qualifications • Familiarity with higher education institution operations • Extensive knowledge of UGA, UGAF and USG policies and procedures • Demonstrated ability in PeopleSoft Financials, One USG Connect, Anaplan and FAME (including approving and reporting) • Working experience with UGA funds (including state, grants, foundation, and income fund types) • Strong leadership skills and proactive approach • Excellent oral and written communication skills Responsibilities Financial/Budgeting Responsibilities Track financial transactions and perform monthly reconciliations for VPAA to be reviewed by the Director of Budget and Finance. Set up new chart fields in the financial management system when needed. Advise VPAA staff regarding financials, budgeting, and purchasing in an accurate and efficient manner. Provide guidance on financial policies and procedures. Provide monthly reports as well as other reports needed for administrators in VPAA in a timely manner. Collaborate with Director of Budget and Finance on funding for senior level searches. Provide backup when needed for VP for Instruction operational funds. Percentage of time: 70% Leadership, Training and Communications Work closely with Director of Budget and Finance on projects and initiatives. Send out communications to units of VPAA when financial policies or procedures change. Train new business managers of VPAA units in financials, budgeting, and operational management. Cross train the Administrative Specialist on various financial functions. Other duties as assigned. Percentage of time: 10% Payroll Manage payroll submission and approvals in a timely manner working with the Administrative Specialist. Set up combo codes and manage position funding for all employees in VPAA. Work with Director of HR for Academic Affairs on personnel expenses and changes needed in OneUSG. Review payroll reports to ensure accuracy. Correct suspense transactions as needed, working with VPAA unit business managers. Percentage of time: 20% Physical Demands Standard office environment. Not driving. Position of Trust: Yes. Has operation, access or control of financial resources: Yes. P-Card: No. EEO 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, veteran status or other protected status. Contact Information Name: Will Richardson Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Applicant Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References with Contact Information #J-18808-Ljbffr