Accounting Manager

Georgia Department of Revenue • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Georgia Department of Education is hiring an Accounting Manager to provide professional accounting support within the agency. Under general supervision and in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), this position performs professional accounting duties related to the recording, analysis, reconciliation, and reporting of financial transactions.

The position manages and maintains agency general ledger accounts, including Accounts Payable, Payroll, benefits, withholdings, and Travel. It also prepares financial reports, supports audit activities, ensures the accuracy of accounting transactions, and manages staff and other assignments as directed by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and three years of professional accounting job-related experience, including one year in a supervisory role; or two years of experience at the lower-level Accountant Supervisor (FIP024) or an equivalent position.
• An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills may be substituted year-over-year.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in governmental accounting, particularly in accounts payable and/or payroll.
• Completion of the State Financial Management Certificate Program or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification.
• Experience utilizing Workday financial management software.
• Experience utilizing the Concur travel system and/or other travel processing software.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Record, analyze, reconcile, and report financial transactions in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage and maintain agency general ledger accounts, including Accounts Payable, Payroll, benefits, withholdings, and Travel.
• Prepare financial reports.
• Support audit activities.
• Ensure the accuracy of accounting transactions.
• Manage staff and other assignments as directed by management.

Benefits

• Robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager