Sr Financial Accountant

Position: SR FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Posting Details

Posting Number
: S15971P

Working Title
: SR FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

Department
: FD-Accounting

About the University of Georgia Charter 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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). 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.

Posting

Type

Posting Type
:
External

Retirement Plan
: TRS or ORP

Employment Type
:
Employee

Benefits Eligibility
:
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time
:
Full Time

Work Schedule
: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday

Advertised Salary
:
Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date
: 10/26/2026

Closing Date
: 11/04/2026

Proposed Starting Date
: 12/01/2026

Location of Vacancy
:
Athens Area

Position Information

Classification Title
:
University Accountant III

FLSA
:
Exempt

FTE
: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications
:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, or equivalent, and 5 years of professional experience

Position Summary
:
Responsible for accounting and reporting of GASB 87 Leased Assets and GASB 96 SBITAs; review/testing/analysis of billing rates for Departmental Sales and Services (DSS) Service Center based on policy and regulations; assist with Capital Asset determination, reconciliation, and reporting; review GL Journal entries. Position will be subject matter expert on process improvement initiatives. Prepares or reviews financial reports using various financial data.

Assists with fiscal year end closeout and preparation of financial reports and note disclosures; and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Knowledge and experience working with Excel and financial systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Physical Demands

Sitting at desk for long periods of time.

Driving Responsibility

No

Position of Trust

Yes

Financial Resources Access

Yes

P-Card Requirement

No

Direct Care of Children / Direct Patient Care

No

Security Access

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

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 Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities Reporting & Reconciliation

• Prepares and analyzes various financial and statistical data and reports required by the University administration, the Board of Regents office, state…