Accountant

Job Description

Accountant | Georgia Institute of Technology

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Georgia Institute of Technology, located in Atlanta, GA. Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university committed to academic excellence, diversity, and ethical stewardship, focusing on developing leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. This Accountant role is critical within the Student Organization Finance Office (SOFO), ensuring the financial health and operational compliance of Georgia Tech’s student-led organizations through effective management of funds and adherence to regulations.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Atlanta Metropolitan Area
• Pay: $58000–$61360 yearly
• Team: Student Organization Finance Office (SOFO)
• Mission: Ensure the financial success and compliance of Georgia Tech’s student-led organizations by overseeing accounting functions and internal controls.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounting Records: Analyze, reconcile, balance, and accurately maintain all accounting records.
• Expenditure Compliance: Examine expenditures to ensure appropriateness and full compliance with specific requirements, including research contracts and general accounts.
• Regulatory Interpretation: Interpret Institute, University System of Georgia, state, and federal regulations to disseminate pertinent information and ensure compliance across the Institute.
• Financial Reporting: Conduct comprehensive financial analysis for projects and prepare special reports as required.
• Fiscal System Development: Lead and/or support the development, implementation, and maintenance of internal fiscal systems and procedures, applying accounting concepts and methods.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience: Four or more years of relevant job experience in accounting functions.
• Skills: Strong ability in accounting records analysis, financial transaction reconciliation, regulatory compliance interpretation, financial analysis and reporting, and evaluation of accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Bonus: Advanced certification may be preferred or required.