Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
8 am - 5 pm
Monday-Friday
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 11/21/2025 Open until filled No Closing Date 11/30/2025 Proposed Starting Date 12/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area 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).
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Position Information

Classification Title Accounting Director FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent plus 12 years of professional experience to include 5 years of supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications
CPA
Position Summary
The Director of Accounting is responsible for overall leadership and operation of the Accounting Department in accordance with USG and UGA policies and procedures and assessing the department's accomplishments each year. This position directs departmental efforts to improve processes by analyzing existing systems and procedures, identifying more efficient and effective solutions, and leading Accounting's involvement in implementation. Areas of responsibility include the University's chart of accounts structure, financial reporting under Georgia state budget (fund) basis and GASB basis, continuous audit reporting, sales tax reporting, tax exempt bond compliance, unrelated business income tax reporting, and bank account reconciliations and training on Accounting related topics, Handles personnel issues of the Accounting staff such as interviewing, hiring, training, coordinating, assigning and reviewing work, conducting annual performance evaluations, salary increases, etc.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
In-depth knowledge and experience with generally acceptable accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards.
- Knowledge of federal and other sponsor regulations and guidelines governing grants and contract administration.
- Knowledge of financial systems and the ability to extract and analyze financial data.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Physical Demands
None.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Work with the Controller to carry out the accounting functions and reporting responsibilities for the university.

Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities
Lead and oversee the university's Accounting department with respect to the administrative direction of university-wide accounting records and procedures and the preparation and interpretation of internal and external financial reports.
Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities
Administer and interpret applicable federal and/or state laws, Board of Regents policy, and applicable accounting standards (Governmental Accounting Standards Board and Financial Accounting Standards Board) with respect to university accounting procedures and financial report preparation.
Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Lead and oversee the university's annual fiscal year-end close and the preparation of annual financial reports in accordance with deadlines established by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia.
Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities
Work with and respond to various internal & external auditors' questions, reviews, and problems. Review and monitor internal controls.
Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities
Assist the Controller with resolving accounting and tax issues, perform data analyses, interpretations, and reporting.
Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Allison Davis Recruitment Contact Email ahdavis@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone 706-542-1831

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents