Accountant I, Accounts Payable

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:

• A complete and accurate GSU application.
• Resume.
• Cover Letter outlining your experiences as it relates to the purpose and mission of GSU Advancement.

ABOUT UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT

Georgia State University Advancement works to further Georgia State’s status as a national leader in student success, research and innovation, and cultural impact. By connecting with alumni, engaging donors, and increasing philanthropic support for students and scholars, we’re helping to transform lives and build our global community. The University Advancement Division furthers the university and its mission through several departments, including Development, Corporate & Foundation Relations, Alumni Relations, and the Georgia State University Foundation.

Georgia State University Foundation, Inc.

At the Georgia State University Foundation, we approach our work with a passion to be excellent, to positively impact the University’s donors on all levels, and to find innovative ways to ensure that we uphold the mission of the University. The foundation is registered to solicit charitable contributions with appropriate state governing authorities. By Supporting GSU’s mission through these contributions, the Foundation works with the rest of the University Advancement to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors.

These are exciting times at the University Advancement. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to identify, cultivate, and steward donors.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team.

University Advancement is seeking (1) Accountant I to join the already incredible team taking Georgia State University to the next level of excellence.

WHAT MAKES UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with cross-campus and external partners

•  Professional development opportunity and mentorship

• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate will have complex accounting skills and non-profit experience. In addition to supporting the department, the Accountant I, Accounts Payable will also support University Advancement through the following duties:

• Review and approve disbursement requests daily. Review and enter disbursement requests into General Ledger as appropriate daily. Audit, reconcile, and correct daily accounts payable entries.
• Respond to university community inquiries regarding specific disbursements, foundation policies, IRS regulations, etc. Monitor disbursement request compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures for IRS, GSU Foundation Board, GA Dept. of Revenue, State of Georgia, and GSU policies.
• Work with requestors to resolve any issues with the requests, required documentation, or approvals daily.
• Reconcile the check run from Accounts Payable to the Batch detail and invoices in the check run. Process and distribute checks as requested. File documentation appropriately.
• Assist with reconciliation for monthly 1099 Vendors
• Assist with training new staff, student assistants, and temporary staff.
• Other analysis, projects, and duties assigned by the Accounting Manager, Accounts Payable, and Comptroller.

Anticipated Hiring Range\: $47,500 - $48,000. Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, or high school diploma or GED, and four years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Accounts Payable experience, Blackbaud Financial Edge accounting software experience, Microsoft Office knowledge and experience, especially Excel and Outlook, customer service and satisfaction attitude.