Senior Accountant

About DOAA For over 100 years, the Department of Audits and Accounts has existed to provide independent, unbiased information and impactful recommendations to promote accountability and improve government. Clients include public colleges, universities, technical colleges, boards of education and state agencies. Description This position maintains a comprehensive accounting program which integrates Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Governmental Accounting Standards, statutory/budgetary accounting requirements, Department fiscal policies and procedures, and general office administrative operations. This position ensures that the amounts put into the state’s accounting financial system for the department are accurate and that revenues and expenses are input timely and recorded properly in the financial system. This role is hybrid and may require several days a week in our Atlanta office depending on business needs. Responsibilities Records, reports, and maintains accounting data accurately, efficiently and timely in the state’s accounting financial system. Complete and/or reviews reconciliations monthly on all accounting records, including journals, ledgers, banking statements, shared services payroll interface, automated travel system, shared services accounts payable, financial reports, and purchasing cards. Monitors all revenues and expenses of the department, including daily, monthly, and quarterly financial reports. Ensures that the chart fields documenting the expense are accurate and aligned with state policies and procedures. Prepares all allocations for select vendors before post to financial system. Acts as department subject matter expert and liaison for state’s travel system for employees. Ensures amounts are entered correctly and follows up if changes are needed to ensure accurate reporting. Assists in the preparation of year-end close-out procedures. Works with the director to prepare the year-end financial statements to ensure the external CPAs have all information necessary to conduct the annual audit. Oversees internal control policies and procedures relating to accounting and payroll practices and makes recommendations for changes, as needed, to improve internal controls over such operations. Reviews asset management activities for the Department to include activities such as reviewing purchases to ensure compliance with the asset management system, reviewing reports to ensure asset management records are accurate and up-to-date, and coordinating the physical inventory. Performs other duties as assigned by management. Requirements Completion of Bachelor’s (four year) degree in Accounting Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification Five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, at least two of which must have been in governmental accounting Intermediate level of knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite The hiring range is $71,257- $87,091 . Compensation will be commensurate with education, certifications, and experience. Benefits Full-time State of Georgia employees have access to a robust benefits package beginning the first day of the month after employment has begun. Annual Leave – 5 hours per pay period with possible increases based on years of continuous service Sick Leave – 5 hours per pay period Holidays – 13 paid holidays per year Insurance – A variety of insurance options. Some of the available options are health, dental, vision, legal, disability, and healthcare and childcare spending accounts, etc. Retirement Plan – Participation in the Employees’ Retirement System. Contributions are based on a percentage of the employee’s salary. Group Term Life insurance is provided to all members of the Employees’ Retirement System. Deferred Compensation – Tax sheltered plans that offer the opportunity to save for retirement. Fund programs include both 457, 401(k) and Roth plans. Credit Union – Eligibility for Georgia United Credit Union membership Work Hours – Option of flexible work hours and a hybrid work environment Eligible State of Georgia employees are eligible for up to 240 hours of paid paternal leave each year. For additional benefits, visit the Team Georgia website. **We are a federal public service loan and a Student Access Loan (SAL) forgiveness qualified employer. More About DOAA We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are an equal opportunity employer. The Department offers a flexible schedule, competitive benefits and telework opportunities. For information about our agency, please visit www.audits.ga.gov.

Salary : $71,257 - $87,091