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Accountant III

Georgia State University
$54,000 - $59,000
tuition assistance
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
1 Park Place (Show on map)
Aug 21, 2025
Description : Accountant III Office of Accounting Services Georgia State University The Office of Accounting Services offers advice to support decision making and demonstrates fiscal responsibility, accountability and regulatory compliance to the university's employees. The Office of Accounting Services at Georgia State University is seeking to hire an Accountant III. WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE? Flexible work environment. Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc. A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners. Professional development opportunity and mentorship. A rapidly growing center within an academic setting. WHAT WILL YOU DO: This position will be responsible for ensuring that payroll system transactions and related adjustments are posted correctly to the ledger and sub-ledger. Qualified candidates will have excellent time management skills, pay close attention to detail and be able to work efficiently in a high-pressure deadline driven environment. This position may require working on nights and weekends depending upon deadlines and workload. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Running reports to determine and correct errors prior to all payroll runs. Troubleshooting and correcting budget errors after payroll runs. Running payroll encumbrance journals and verifying accuracy. Processing all payroll cost distribution changes. Respond to inquiries from University Community. Ensure accuracy of position and funding data in payroll system. This position will also serve as backup to the Commitment Accounting Manager for the following duties: Building all payroll journals in PeopleSoft Financials. Reconciling HR payroll system to the General Ledger and Continuous Audit Data. Processing prior period payroll redistributions. Ensuring accuracy of fringe rate calculations. Processing year-end payroll accruals and corrections. Disclaimer : This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor. Qualifications : Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience. Preferred Requirements: Intermediate level Excel proficiency required. PeopleSoft and OneUSG Connect experience preferred. College/Business Unit : Comptroller/Financial Services Department : Accounting Services Location : Atlanta Campus Shift : 8:30AM - 5:15PM Salary : $54,000 - $59,000 Pay Grade : 15 FLSA Status : Exempt Job Type : Full Time (Benefits Eligible) Job Posting : 08/21/25, 1:30:49 PM Closing Date : 09/05/25, 3:59:00 AM Special Instructions : To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents: A complete and accurate GSU application Resume Cover letter 3 professional references including 1 previous supervisor required for consideration Georgia State University Values : COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents USG Core Value Statement : The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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. Equal Employment Opportunity : Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy),, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions., This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law,, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. Background Check : Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office. Please note, Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.