Accountant Specialist

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Accountant Specialist.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

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

JOB SUMMARY:

This position performs accounting duties related to the operations of the Fort Valley State University Foundation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages and reconciles FVSU Foundation accounts.
• Receives and reviews check requests from account holders; produces checks for these requests.
• Inputs deposit information into software systems.
• Prepares financial reports.
• Provides assistance to donors and account holders.
• Prepares acknowledgement letters for donations.
• Delivers checks to university personnel.
• Delivers and retrieves mail.
• Performs related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of IRS regulations.
• Knowledge of non-profit accounting and tax codes.
• Knowledge of University System of Georgia policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
• Skill in decision making and problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field required.
• Two or more years of related experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The work consists of varied accounting duties. Strict regulations and the need for accuracy contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to perform accounting duties in support of foundation operations. Success in this position contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of those operations.

PHYSICIAL REQUIREMENTS

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table.
• The work is typically performed in an office. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects.

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.