Accountant, Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper​/ Accounting Clerk

Position Summary

Georgia State University is seeking to hire an Accountant I. This position is responsible for performing duties in the maintenance of accounting records for Office of Disbursements.

• Review and process invoices within Panther mart and Spectrum ensuring proper PO matching (2-way/3-way), accurate chart field coding, and compliance with GSU and USG policies.
• Support daily AP operations including voucher entry and validation, payment support, vendor payment tracking inquiries, reconcile vendor statements, request invoices as needed, and provide customer service to external and internal customers via phone and email.
• Monitor and resolve various exceptions and errors such as voucher build issues, matching exceptions, and closed or over‑invoiced PO issues.
• Respond to basic inquiries from campus departments and vendors.
• Provide guidance on invoice submission and payment status inquiries.
• Assist in reviewing routing reports (voucher status, unmatched transactions).
• Support monthly and annual close identification of incomplete or pending items.
• Assist with data gathering for audits and reporting requirements.
• Identify and escalate issues such as missing documentation, incorrect pricing or quantities, or unmatched receipts or invoices.

Bachelor’s degree, or high school diploma or GED and four years bookkeeping or accounting experience, or a combination of education and related experience. Must be bondable for some positions.

• Effective verbal, listening and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Time management skills.

Atlanta Campus

8:30 AM - 5:15 PM

$47,500 - $56,900

17

Non-Exempt

Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Cover Letter

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status.