Temporary Accountant

Temporary Accountant

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• Posting Number: G/R31539P
• Working Title:
  
  Temporary Accountant
• Department: FD-Payroll
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Schedule Information: 0.50 FTE
• Advertised Salary: $18.00/hour
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  01/12/2026
• Posting Date: 11/21/2025
• Closing Date: 01/30/2026
• Location of Vacancy:
  Athens Area

The University of Georgia, chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, is the birthplace of public higher education in America and the state’s flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). UGA has more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and continues to commit to higher education. It is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is 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. 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 the newly established School of Medicine.

The Payroll Department is a customer-focused team responsible for oversight and processing of the UGA payroll (approximately 25,500 W-2s generated). College/Unit/Department website: /

This position will work as a temporary accountant in the UGA Payroll Department and will assist with payroll accounting and account reconciliations. The primary focus will be on the UGA Payroll Tax account reconciliations and recommendations for process enhancements.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification: MAcc graduate students in the Tull School.

Position Summary:

The Tull school is taking concerted steps to connect students with relevant work opportunities  2026 MAcc cohort will be the first to experience these connections formally.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including criminal background check, verification of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for high‑risk positions. Visit the UGA Background Check website.

• Name:
  Amanda Mc Hugh
• Email: aganger1
• Phone:

• Required Documents:
  Resume/CV, Cover Letter
• Optional Documents: (none listed)

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. Persons needing accommodations are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

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