{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"13807d5cbd86f3113167344d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/13807d5cbd86f3113167344d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/13807d5cbd86f3113167344d","title":"Associate Controller","description":"Associate Controller\r\nPosting Number: S14570P\r\nWorking Title: Associate Controller\r\nDepartment: FD-Accounting\r\nPosting Type: External\r\nRetirement Plan: TRS or ORP\r\nEmployment Type: Employee\r\nBenefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible\r\nFull/Part Time: Full Time\r\nSchedule: 8 am to 5 pm\r\nAdvertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience\r\nPosting Date: 01/07/2026\r\nClosing Date: 01/22/2026\r\nProposed Starting Date: 02/02/2026\r\nLocation of Vacancy: Athens Area\r\nAbout the University of Georgia\r\nChartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. Enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including a newly established School of Medicine.\r\nAbout the College/Unit/Department\r\nThe General Accounting Department is responsible for the installation and administrative direction of all general accounting records and procedures, the preparation and interpretation of all external financial reports, and the preparation and interpretation of all internal financial reports concerning the university as a whole. The department also prepares the indirect cost rate proposal applicable to contracts, grants, and agreements and assists in any required rate negotiation. Website: https://busfin.uga.edu/finance-division/accounting/\r\nPosition Summary\r\nServes as the Associate Controller, responsible for the operations of the accounting, payroll, and commitment accounting departments.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nMaintain excellent service to the campus community and external customers.\r\nSustain processing accuracy, fiscal integrity, and security of data.\r\nCoordinate the implementation of system improvements and integrations.\r\nDetermine solutions for improved business transaction processing; distribute business service information to the campus community; prepare management and financial reports; maintain administrative policies and procedures; ensure compliance with various federal, state, Board of Regents and University policies and directives.\r\nThis individual will report to the Controller in the Finance Division and will assist with special projects, assignments, and financial analysis.\r\nKnowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies\r\nKnowledge and experience with generally acceptable accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards.\r\nKnowledge of payroll accounting concepts and IRS regulations.\r\nKnowledge of financial systems and the ability to extract and analyze financial data.\r\nExcellent oral and written communication skills.\r\nPhysical Demands\r\nNormal business office environment.\r\nSitting at a computer for long periods of time.\r\nDriving responsibility: No\r\nPosition of trust: Yes\r\nFinancial resources control: Yes\r\nP-Card requirement: No\r\nSecurity access: Yes\r\nCredit and P-Card Policy\r\nBe advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit: UGA Credit Background Check website.\r\nBackground Investigation Policy\r\nOffers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre-employment drug test may be required for positions with high-risk responsibilities.\r\nMinimum Qualifications\r\nBachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent plus 12 years of professional experience, including 5 years of supervisory experience.\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nExperience working in higher education and an MBA.\r\nDuties/Responsibilities – Departmental Leadership and Oversight (50%)\r\nOversee the overall operation and supervision of the Accounting Department in compliance with UGA policies and procedures.\r\nDirect financial reporting, monthly and year-end closing activities, performance assessments, and updates to departmental policies and procedures.\r\nSupervise the Directors and operations of the Payroll and Commitment Management departments to ensure consistency and compliance with university standards.\r\nDuties/Responsibilities – Collaboration, Communication, and Strategic Support (30%)\r\nRepresent the Accounting and Payroll Department on UGA and USG committees and institutional work groups.\r\nCollaborate with administrative offices such as Human Resources, Budgets, and Faculty Affairs, as well as USG Shared Services Center and OneUSG Connect support staff.\r\nLead departmental efforts with EITS and other campus units to strengthen sensitive data protection measures.\r\nCommunicate policy and procedural updates to university departments and ensure strong customer service to internal and external stakeholders.\r\nAssist the Controller with problem-solving, analysis, interpretation, data acquisition, and reporting tasks.\r\nDuties/Responsibilities – Policy Administration, Compliance, and Guidance (20%)\r\nAdminister and interpret applicable federal and state laws, Board of Regents policies, and accounting standards (GASB and FASB) relevant to university accounting and financial reporting.\r\nProvide guidance to managers and directors on complex policy, procedural, and regulatory issues, including audit and accounting concerns, software/equipment needs, and training initiatives.\r\nResolve and respond to departmental questions by interpreting federal, state, BOR, and UGA policies, balancing compliance with the intent and spirit of the regulation.\r\nContact Details\r\nRecruitment Contact: Allison Davis\r\nEmail: ahdavis@uga.edu\r\nPhone: 706-542-1831\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Inside Higher Ed","rawCompany":"inside higher ed","city":"Athens","state":"GA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T00:56:51.721Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3031.01","title":"Treasurers and Controllers","slug":"treasurers-and-controllers"},{"code":"43-3031.00","title":"Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks","slug":"bookkeeping-accounting-and-auditing-clerks"},{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"}],"industries":[{"code":"611310","title":"Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools","slug":"colleges-universities-and-professional-schools"},{"code":"611210","title":"Junior Colleges","slug":"junior-colleges"},{"code":"923110","title":"Administration of Education Programs","slug":"administration-of-education-programs"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Associate Controller","description":"Associate Controller\r\nPosting Number: S14570P\r\nWorking Title: Associate Controller\r\nDepartment: FD-Accounting\r\nPosting Type: External\r\nRetirement Plan: TRS or ORP\r\nEmployment Type: Employee\r\nBenefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible\r\nFull/Part Time: Full Time\r\nSchedule: 8 am to 5 pm\r\nAdvertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience\r\nPosting Date: 01/07/2026\r\nClosing Date: 01/22/2026\r\nProposed Starting Date: 02/02/2026\r\nLocation of Vacancy: Athens Area\r\nAbout the University of Georgia\r\nChartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). 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