Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections

Accountant 3

Job

Location:

Summerville Campus

Full/Part Time:
Full Time

Perform reconciliations of custodial/liability, institutional, and state scholarships; monthly UMC/AUMC reconciliation with check breakdown; monthly Georgia sales tax reporting/remittance; collaborate with Office of Military and Veteran Services for timely communication, award/return effort, VA Debt Letters and offsets; reconcile all VA/Military third‑party accounts; assist USG Employee Tuition Assistance reporting; process uncashed refunds; participate in fiscal year‑end audit schedules and reconciliations; backup Accountant 4 processes;

provide superior customer service to internal and external customers and assist students with account‑related questions.

• Reconcile custodial, liability, institutional and state scholarship accounts.
• Perform UMC/AUMC monthly reconciliation and monthly check breakdown.
• Process uncashed refunds each month.
• Collaborate with AU Office of Military and Veteran Services to manage third‑party accounts, track payments/refunds, review account adjustments for accurate application.
• Track VA Debt Letters and offset postings.
• Participate in fiscal year‑end state audit requirements and AR/GL quarterly reporting.
• Perform all administrative duties related to the position including reporting, filing, database updates, and budget preparatory documentation.
• Assist with TAP, Georgia Sales Tax and federal reconciliation.
• Backup or collaborate with the Accountant 4 position.
• Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers, including students, via phone, e‑mail, and in person.

• Bachelor of Business Administration degree from an accredited college or university, majoring in accounting.
• Three years of demonstrated experience in general ledger functions, close‑out processes, auditing, bookkeeping, and/or preparing financial statements.

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Experience working with Banner or other relational databases for account management and complex funding operations.
• Experience reconciling accounts using multiple systems.
• Documented good customer‑service track record.

• Strong time‑management and decision‑making skills to ensure timely completion of all tasks.
• Advanced Excel proficiency and experience with Banner or similar relational database systems.
• In‑depth knowledge of institutional policies, rules, and regulations related to accounts receivable.
• Excellent verbal communication, listening, and customer‑service skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, Banner, and People Soft, with excellent accounting and organizational abilities.
• Ability to prioritize, plan duties, meet deadlines, and maintain data integrity.

Shift: Days, Monday–Friday (may require outside normal business hours for exempt positions).

Pay Band: 10

Salary:
Minimum $52,500.00 annually, commensurate with qualifications within the established range.

Benefits:
Health, dental, and life insurance; optional Teachers Retirement System or retirement plan; paid vacation, sick leave, and 13 holidays; eligible for Tuition Assistance Program after six months.

Recruitment Period: 6/11/26 – Until filled.

All selected candidates must pass a background check. Credit check may be required for Positions of Trust or purchase‑card usage. Motor‑vehicle reports required if a vehicle is used. Faculty hires must provide academic transcripts and credential evaluation if trained abroad.

All employees must maintain confidentiality, data integrity, and comply with cybersecurity and privacy policies.

Augusta University is an equal‑opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.