Financial Administrator

Financial Administrator – Atlanta, GA (Full‑Time, Regular)

The Financial Administrator assists with financial operations of a department or unit, advising on financial policies, ensuring accounting practices comply with Institute guidelines, and supporting the preparation of budgets and financial reports.

• Prepare financial data for proposals, grants, contracts, appropriations, endowments and other funds.
• Compile data for budget amendments and related reporting.
• Oversee student accounting functions, coordinate with Financial Aid and Registrar's Office, and resolve student payment issues.
• Monitor non‑student receivable accounts; perform direct billing, payment processing, answer customer queries, and ensure timely reconciliations.
• Monitor gift and endowment accounts for compliance, manage overdrafts, and post scholarship awards.
• Monitor unit budgets for overdrafts, review compliance with budget regulations, grant requirements, and prepare budget amendments for new accounts.
• Ensure timely reconciliations for ledger and clearing accounts and perform necessary adjustments.
• Coordinate cash management activities (deposits, reconciliations, cash and credit card control) and work with Financial Reporting on banking discrepancies.
• Review and approve human‑resource actions, assist with position management, oversee payroll processing, prepare advances when required, and meet administrative deadlines.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four or more years of relevant experience.

• Working knowledge of general accounting principles and practices in a university business environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, and proficiency with office and accounting software applications.

• Salary range: $47,872.00 – $69,098.00.
• Location:
  
  Atlanta, GA.
• Job grade: G05.

All successful candidates must pass a background check, which will include a credit check.

The Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. It prohibits discrimination in all its forms and complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and educational activities.