Accounting Technician

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

The UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government - Who We Are
As a Public Service and Outreach unit at the University of Georgia, the UGA Institute of Government contributes directly to the university's overarching public service mission of improving people's lives by helping to create jobs and prosperity, developing leaders, and addressing critical issues. This public service mission, and the Institute of Government's role in its success, is at the heart of UGA's land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia and its residents.

We have a team of experts who inform, inspire, and innovate every day so that governments, large and small, can be more efficient and responsive to their citizens, address current and emerging challenges, and serve the public with excellence. We are uniquely positioned to provide impartial support to local governments and state agencies and convene multidisciplinary and intragovernmental groups to plan for and address many of the challenges faced by communities across Georgia.

Our areas of expertise and focus include workforce and economic development; infrastructure and community resilience; government operations and organizational effectiveness; measuring and reporting on impact and outcomes; building skills, knowledge and capacity of government leaders and teams; and maximizing technology and data for governments and their leaders.

Whether it is through our award-winning PROPEL (Planning Rural Opportunities for Prosperity and Economic Leadership) program for rural communities, our CyberArch student program that helps Georgia communities increase their cybersecurity, our efforts to build a visionary plan for military and community partnerships to spur economic prosperity and resilient infrastructure, our financial management certificate program to build the capacity of public officials, or hosting educational events about e-mobility strategies for local governments .... We Know Georgia. Fulfilling our land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia is more than a project. It's our purpose.

We are growing and excited to add individuals to our team who share our commitment to public service - building stronger communities, inspiring economic resilience, and improving quality of life for communities across Georgia and beyond.

Our Culture - How We Operate
We disseminate knowledge through research, scholarship, and instruction. We collaborate internally across our areas of expertise and across the university with academic researchers to bring best practices and expert insights to the governments and communities we serve. We are committed to fielding a team of experts who have a variety of professional and academic experiences and are grounded in our culture of excellence and approach our work with Georgia's governments in a comprehensive and objective fashion.

This temporary position will work up to 40 hours per week as needed.

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, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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 online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Financial Transaction Processing:
The Accounting Technician supports fiscal operations by accurately entering and processing routine financial transactions for assigned accounts under the direction of the Business Manager. Responsibilities may include:
* Entering financial transactions such as invoices, sub-awards, contracts, and operating expenditures into QuickBooks and other University systems.
* Assisting with preparation of standard financial documents and ensuring completeness of required supporting documentation.
* Reviewing transactions for accuracy and completeness prior to submission for supervisory approval.

Records Management and Reconciliation Support:
The Accounting Technician maintains organized and accurate financial records and provides support for reconciliation activities. Responsibilities may include:
* Maintaining electronic and/or physical financial records in accordance with established procedures.
* Assisting with account reconciliation by compiling data and identifying discrepancies for review by the Business Manager.
* Ensuring documentation is properly filed and accessible for reporting and audit purposes.

Reporting and Administrative Support:
The Accounting Technician provides general administrative and reporting support to facilitate fiscal operations. Responsibilities may include:
* Assisting in the preparation of routine financial reports by compiling and organizing data.
* Supporting business managers and staff with document preparation and tracking of financial activities.
* Responding to routine internal inquiries and directing more complex issues to appropriate staff.

Client and Team Support:
The Accounting Technician contributes to a collaborative work environment by supporting internal staff and maintaining professional interactions. Responsibilities may include:
* Providing timely and professional support to internal stakeholders.
* Communicating effectively with team members regarding transaction status and documentation needs.
* Assisting with cross-training efforts and supporting team workflow as needed.

Professional Development and Special Projects:
The Accounting Technician engages in ongoing learning and may assist with additional assignments as needed. Responsibilities may include:
* Participating in training to build knowledge of financial systems and processes.
* Assisting with special projects or process improvements as assigned.
* Supporting departmental needs during peak periods or staff absences.