Acquisitions Analyst

This person will need to report onsite in Lawrenceville, GA Monday- Friday 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm. This is an ongoing contract. The Acquisitions Analyst will provide support for the Acquisitions Supervisor in the Financial Management Office Division. This position will assist with sourcing and procurement of technology related purchases such as computer hardware and peripherals, software, network equipment, and other items for all county departments.Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a related field or an equivalent of two years of experiencePreferred Experience :  A strong grasp of financial principles, which includes budgeting, cost analysis, and understanding the financial impact of acquisition decisions. Time Management and Prioritization Customer Service Problem-Solving and Decision Making Experience using Microsoft Office Suite or Microsoft 365 Experience specifically in Technology Acquisitions Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to deal tactfully with vendors, suppliers, and department representatives Strong communication and interpersonal skills Comfortable working through shifting organizational priorities and deadlinesResponsibilities :  Handle acquisitions requests submitted by departments by working request tickets and initiating purchase orders Maintain a system to verify and confirm department requests against allocated budget funds Maintain records and databases for procurement activities Maintain and update database for anytime reporting of purchase and / or contract status as requested Aid in day-to-day activities such as invoicing and budget justifications Reconcile and validate a variety of financial data and information; research and interpret a variety of records, databases, and logs Analyze and monitor records for compliance with financial, reporting, and legal requirements Participate in other related special projects as needed