Account Specialist

Job Summary
The Account Specialist is responsible for the accurate processing of third party payments to student accounts and invoicing, entering of deposits, receivables, and journal vouchers into the State Financial Systems, and maintaining distribution codes and speedtypes for the financial system.  Correctly applies accounting principles according to GAAP, Governmental Accounting Standards, applicable state and federal guidelines and TCSG fiscal policies and procedures.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

•    Accurately analyzes Banner information to process third party payments to student accounts;    (50%)
•    Invoices third party vendors for student payments;    (8%)
•    Accurately reviews and enters deposits into financial system in a timely manner;    (20%)
•    Reviews reports to monitor AR balances and invoices accordingly;    (5%)
•    Maintains distribution codes and speedtypes for entries into the financial system;    (2%)
•    Processes and uploads journal vouchers into the State Financial System;    (10%)
•    Other duties as assigned.     (5%)

Competencies
•    Accounts Receivable knowledge
•    Oral and written Communication skills
•    Governmental Accounting knowledge
•    General knowledge of the college and its programs
•    Leadership and Guidance
•    Ethical Practice

Work Environment 
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment and technologies.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 25 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are flexible, but Fridays from 8am-12pm are required.

Travel
Travel to other campus locations and for training is required on occasion.  

Required Education and Experience
•    A Certificate in accounting or similar field of study from an accredited institution.
•    Minimum of two (2) years of experience in accounting.

Preferred Education and Experience
•    Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Accounting.
•    Accounts Receivable experience.
•    State of GA accounting experience.
•    Experience with TeamWorks, Workday, and Banner.
•    Excel experience.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.