Staff Accountant-Research Accounting

Staff Accountant-Research Accounting

Job

Location:

Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time:
Full Time

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctorallevels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2"high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and more than
100 countries.

With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, andthe East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro
- Georgia Southern offers adynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned specializedaccreditation from numerous professional and academic associationsthat set standards in their respective fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst insoutheast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, aswell as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With afocus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting thedemand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive, student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders tosucceed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally recognized forthe caliber of its academic programs and student experience.

Georgia Southern University has also been recognized by Forbes asone of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Statesboro Campus
- Statesboro, GA

Office of Financial Accounting

The Research Accountant is responsible for the post-awardfinancial management of sponsored research projects. This includes ensuring compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and universityregulations, timely and accurate financial reporting, and properstewardship of research funds. Safeguard University assets andmanage internal controls to mitigate risks. Manage sponsored projects and research awards. Manage internal controls ensuring that official financial records of University are current and accurate. Develop and maintain reporting tools and guidelines toprovide superior financial information to support University'smission, strategic management initiatives and vision.

• Manage financial aspects of sponsored projects from award setupto closeout
• Monitor expenditures to ensure compliance with award terms
• Review accounting documents to verify conformity to pertinentpolicies, procedures, and accounting standards
• Prepare, approve, post, and reconcile sponsored financial transactions to University general ledger
• Reconcile accounts and ensure accuracy in the general ledger
• Prepare reconciliation and analysis of accounting records inconnection with data requests
• Maintain detailed documentation of financial activity for eachaward

Educational Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting

Required Experience

• Two (2) or more years of experience in accounting field

$55,126 - $70,307

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office,Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for studentsuccess

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relation skills
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills

August 24, 2026

Application review may begin as early as August 3,2026.

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These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USGcommunity member is responsible for demonstrating and upholdingthese standards.

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