ACCOUNTANT
Inside Higher Ed, Athens, GA, United States
Position Summary
This position is responsible for conducting daily audits of deposit drops from all cash receipting areas of the Georgia Center, ensuring accuracy with actual amounts recorded in Maestro, Micros, and Modern Campus systems. The accountant prepares daily deposits of cash, checks, and credit card transactions through Touchnet, UGA’s centralized deposit platform. The accountant also serves as the primary point of contact for the Bursar’s Office, resolves discrepancies, maintains records of all audits and cash receipting activities, and provides research for disputed credit card transactions. Additionally, the accountant conducts billing for departmental meal charges and produces various monthly reports, including returned check reports, over/short reports, UGA Foundation Fund scholarship disbursements, and other non‑cash financial metrics.
Responsibilities
Audit and Prepare Daily Deposits
Retrieve deposit envelopes, credit card transaction reports, and checks from all cash receipting areas of the Georgia Center
Reconcile cash, check, and credit card totals for accuracy
Enter deposit information into tracking spreadsheets
Scan checks for electronic deposit
Prepare and submit daily deposits through Touchnet
Billing and Payment Recording
Create and send invoices for departmental meal charges
Record payments and apply them to appropriate accounts and an AR tracking spreadsheet
Coordinate with clients to resolve billing discrepancies
Monitor outstanding balances monthly and follow up on unpaid charges
Financial Communications
Serve as point of contact for the Bursar’s Office regarding deposit issues and inquiries
Communicate financial data to internal departments and clients
Collaborate with other staff to ensure consistent practices
Research disputed credit card transactions, gather information, and compile supporting documentation
Draft and submit written rebuttals to the Bursar’s Office
Record Maintenance
Maintain organized records of daily audits and deposit documentation
Monitor compliance with university record retention policies
Ensure records are accessible for internal review and external audit
Reporting
Prepare monthly reports including over/short summaries and returned check logs
Generate ad hoc reports for internal departments as assigned
Other Duties as Assigned
Support special projects as needed
Provide backup support for other accounting functions during absences or peak periods
Assist with year‑end closeout
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree or equivalent
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of banking, accounting, and cashiering activities
Familiarity with banking systems, credit card portals, and the Microsoft 365 Suite
Experience with Maestro, Oracle/Micros, Modern Campus, and UGA financial platforms such as Touchnet
Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills, including record maintenance and compliance tracking
Able to communicate financial data to clients, internal and external departments, and UGA offices
Physical Demands
Sitting for long periods of time.
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Leta Salazar
Recruitment Contact Email: leta.salazar@uga.edu
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This position is responsible for conducting daily audits of deposit drops from all cash receipting areas of the Georgia Center, ensuring accuracy with actual amounts recorded in Maestro, Micros, and Modern Campus systems. The accountant prepares daily deposits of cash, checks, and credit card transactions through Touchnet, UGA’s centralized deposit platform. The accountant also serves as the primary point of contact for the Bursar’s Office, resolves discrepancies, maintains records of all audits and cash receipting activities, and provides research for disputed credit card transactions. Additionally, the accountant conducts billing for departmental meal charges and produces various monthly reports, including returned check reports, over/short reports, UGA Foundation Fund scholarship disbursements, and other non‑cash financial metrics.
Responsibilities
Audit and Prepare Daily Deposits
Retrieve deposit envelopes, credit card transaction reports, and checks from all cash receipting areas of the Georgia Center
Reconcile cash, check, and credit card totals for accuracy
Enter deposit information into tracking spreadsheets
Scan checks for electronic deposit
Prepare and submit daily deposits through Touchnet
Billing and Payment Recording
Create and send invoices for departmental meal charges
Record payments and apply them to appropriate accounts and an AR tracking spreadsheet
Coordinate with clients to resolve billing discrepancies
Monitor outstanding balances monthly and follow up on unpaid charges
Financial Communications
Serve as point of contact for the Bursar’s Office regarding deposit issues and inquiries
Communicate financial data to internal departments and clients
Collaborate with other staff to ensure consistent practices
Research disputed credit card transactions, gather information, and compile supporting documentation
Draft and submit written rebuttals to the Bursar’s Office
Record Maintenance
Maintain organized records of daily audits and deposit documentation
Monitor compliance with university record retention policies
Ensure records are accessible for internal review and external audit
Reporting
Prepare monthly reports including over/short summaries and returned check logs
Generate ad hoc reports for internal departments as assigned
Other Duties as Assigned
Support special projects as needed
Provide backup support for other accounting functions during absences or peak periods
Assist with year‑end closeout
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree or equivalent
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of banking, accounting, and cashiering activities
Familiarity with banking systems, credit card portals, and the Microsoft 365 Suite
Experience with Maestro, Oracle/Micros, Modern Campus, and UGA financial platforms such as Touchnet
Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills, including record maintenance and compliance tracking
Able to communicate financial data to clients, internal and external departments, and UGA offices
Physical Demands
Sitting for long periods of time.
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Leta Salazar
Recruitment Contact Email: leta.salazar@uga.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr