Accounting Director

The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) is seeking highly qualified applicants for their fulltime Accounting Director position in the Office of Administrative Services. The Accounting Director is responsible for the administration, development and implementation of initiatives, supervision of employees, management of the operating budget, and manages the comprehensive accounting and financial activity for a technical college.  **The position is open to all current State of Georgia employees that meet the minimum qualifications below. **

RESPONSIBILITIES 

·       Manages and develops a comprehensive accounting program, which integrates Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAP), Governmental Accounting Standards, statutory accounting requirements, and departmental fiscal policies and procedures

·       Analyzes financial statistics and other accounting data to identify trends impacting fiscal position of the technical college

·       Supervises subordinate employees involving financial and accounting operations

·       Reviews and analyzes general ledger accounts accurately for fiscal integrity as well as compliance with applicable principles, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures

·       Prepares or directs the preparation of financial reports in both standard and specialized formats

·       Correctly identifies discrepancies in financial records and takes appropriate corrective action(s) to amend identified variances

·       Represents the financial interests of the technical college in accounting related interactions with other parties such as banks, vendors, auditors, and external customers

·       Correctly applies principles in analyzing accounting and fiscal situations to ensure integrity of the fiscal operations

·       Submits financial reports as requested in a timely manner

·       Develops and maintains effective internal control structures that preserve the integrity of the

·       Monitors the activities of personnel to ensure compliance with TCSG policy manual and department procedures

·       Develops and/or assists with the development of policies and procedures and recommends changes to effectively meet the goals and requirements of the program

·       Maintains knowledge of assigned program area and gives updates to management on services, operations, and projects

·       Evaluates employees at scheduled intervals upon reviewing of all relevant information

·       Conducts regular evaluation of services provided and makes adjustments as needed

·       Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

·       Bachelor’s degree in accounting, public administration or a closely related field *and* Three (3) years full-time work experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

·       Experience with TeamWorks Financial system

·       Experience with Federal Grants

·       Experience with Workday Financial System

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES 

·       Knowledge of accounting principles to include GAP, Governmental Accounting Standards, and statutory regulations

·       Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs

·       Oral and written communication skills

·       Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public

·       Decision making and problem solving skills

HOW TO APPLY 

Interested parties should apply at Team Georgia Careers, Team Georgia Careers Website 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Due to an anticipated large volume of applications, only those who receive an interview will be notified of the status of the position. 

It shall be a condition of employment to submit to a background investigation. Offers of employment shall be conditional pending the result of the background investigation. 

Federal Law requires ID and eligibility verification prior to employment. 

All male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are ages 18 through 25, are required to register for the military draft and must present proof of Selective Service Registration upon employment. 

Applicants who need special assistance may request assistance by phoning (404) 679-1762. 

The Technical College System of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law)

An Equal Opportunity Employer