Staff Accountant- Travel and Expenses

Staff Accountant – Travel and Expenses

Fort Valley State University (FVSU), a state and land‑grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Staff Accountant – Travel and Expenses. FVSU is the only 1890 land‑grant university in Georgia, serving over 2,800 students on a 1,365‑acre campus.

FVSU is an affirmative action, equal‑opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

Position performs entry‑level to mid‑level accounting operations such as reconciliation, analysis, and review. Responsibilities include university travel, general ledger support, restricted accounting functions, capital asset management, journal entry preparation, and generation of complex treasury and cash service reports. The role also supports financial reporting and general ledger close processes.

• Act as point person for all University Travel
• Audit travel reimbursements for payment and cash advance
• Reconcile travel/accounts payable to include prepaid accounts against general ledger
• Deliver campus‑wide travel/cash expense reporting
• Perform entry‑to‑mid‑level accounting and reconciliation tasks related to general, treasury, student accounts, restricted, or auxiliary funds
• Manage treasury functions and banking support, including reconciliations of university cash and investment accounts, general ledger issues, funding, and electronic banking transactions
• Collaborate with Student Financial Services Office for cash compliance and posting of receipts to the cash receipting subsidiary ledger (Banner)
• Enter and generate journal entries; verify accuracy and validity of accounting transactions; support monthly and year‑end general ledger close processes
• Perform asset management processes, including asset entry, month‑and‑year end processes, and capital ledger reconciliation
• Assist in designing policies and procedures to improve financial processes and establish strong internal controls and compliance
• Monitor and maintain accurate records, databases, and other documents for general and custodial funds
• Provide support to other Comptroller’s Office staff and resolve complex accounting issues
• Communicate and collaborate with employees, project managers, sponsors, and others
• Apply university, Board of Regents, state, federal, and other policies, including grants and contracts procedures

• Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution
• More than two (2) years of related accounting experience
• Ability to pass a background check, including consumer credit history

• Knowledge of computers and job‑related software
• Proficiency in Excel (spreadsheet development, formulas, pivot tables)
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of university and state policies and procedures
• Knowledge of funding agency regulations such as OMB Circulars and EDGAR
• Strong customer service, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills
• Interpersonal skills for dealing with public and staff members
• Strong oral and written communication skills

The work is performed while sitting at a desk or table in an office. The work may require lifting 50 pounds or less.