Accountant II (Financial Analyst Auxiliary Services - Dahlonega or Gainesville)

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

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The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an Accountant II (Financial Analyst Auxiliary Services). This position can be located on either the Dahlonega or Gainesville campus. The Auxiliary Services Financial Analyst supports the department by providing accounting services, including bookkeeping, invoicing, reporting, and budget analysis for each of the Auxiliary operating units as well as the department itself. This position requires critical thinking skills, research skills, and ability to analyze and understand financial data. Occasional Saturday work required at peak times & during summer hours.

• Process and conduct all Auxiliary Services accounting duties, including but not limited to account reconciliations, journal entries, commissions analysis and reporting, department invoicing, and commensurate administrative support. Ensure that payments are received timely and correctly from various third party contractors.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports for all Auxiliary Services enterprises. Communicate results of such analyses to appropriate parties in management. Work with Auxiliary Services unit directors and managers to ensure that all accounts are reconciled and that accounting entries are handled in accordance with policies. Analysis should include critical thinking and research skills to thoroughly understand the data being presented to management.
• Review business procedures and financial reporting processes; make recommendations and implement changes as needed.
• Provide all accounting services for Military Supply Store.  Produce ad hoc financial reports and analysis of financial data as needed. Process A/P billing, A/R - Foundation and Department billing, and reconcile inventory and sales on a daily basis. Review and approve daily cashier deposits.
• Assists with audits and USG System reporting by providing information as requested.  Administrative support or other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software. 
• Strong oral and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills. 
• Ability to communicate financial data clearly to decision makers. 
• Works well under deadlines and can provide ad hoc data on a short timeline upon request. 
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Two years of accounting experience in bookkeeping areas of journal entries, invoicing, and reconciliations required.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum Starting Salary: $21.20 per hour

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Contact information for three professional references. 

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

• This position has financial responsibilities.
• This role is considered a position of trust.

Please note, the University of North Georgia career board updates daily and job postings are subject to be removed when closed or filled.

• Position of Trust + Education & Credit