Senior Financial Accountant - Athens, United States - University of Georgia

University of Georgia Athens, United States

Found in: One Red Cent US C2 - 4 days ago

Description

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number
S11769P

Working Title
Senior Financial Accountant

Department
FD-Payroll

About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type
External

Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP

Employment Type
Employee

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time
Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information
Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Advertised Salary
Starts at $55,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Posting Date
03/06/2024

Open until filled
Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date
04/01/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy
Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ).

Position Information

Classification Title
Accounting Professional

FLSA
Exempt

FTE
1.00

Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary
The Senior Financial Accountant position is part of a customer-focused team responsible for oversight and processing of the University of Georgia (UGA) payroll (approximately 25,500 W-2s generated). Responsibilities include preparation, updating and maintaining payroll related records, data files for payroll processing, as well as resolution of payroll issues and customer service. This position is responsible for general ledger liability account reconciliations, employee overpayment calculations and collection of funds, and assisting with taxable fringe reporting and reconciliation.

This position will be flexible and have the ability to be productive in a high-stress, fast-paced environment and meet stringent production deadlines. This position will coordinate between The University System of Georgia (USG), the Shared Services Center (SSC), and UGA distributed departments regarding payroll-related issues including: garnishments, overpayment processing and payroll calculation/confirmation.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Ability to plan, organize and schedule duties to meet rigid deadlines and changing priorities
Detail-oriented, with strong interpersonal and collaborative work style and ability to develop effective working relationships and demonstrate commitment to being a team player
Ability to work with highly confidential and sensitive information
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Proficient to advanced experience with Microsoft applications
Excellent research and problem-solving skills
Verbal and written communication skills
Customer Service Skills
Knowledge of practices and procedures related to payroll administration
Advanced knowledge of Payroll, Federal, State and Local tax regulations
Experience with PeopleSoft based HCM software, or other HRMS software programs
Experience processing payroll in a Higher Education setting
Experience with high level account reconciliations
Experience with retirement systems such as TRS, ERS, and GDCP

Physical Demands
Physically perform normal office duties

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?
No

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

Maintains process for adjustments to employees checks including overpayments and deduction corrections. Works closely with SSC, Payroll Analyst, and distributed departments to process these overpayments.
Works with Payroll Assistant collect for terminated employees. Performs tax calculations on payments and calculates net pay owed for overpayments based on FICA, retirement, and federal/state tax regulations.
Works with additional UGA Offices (such as Benefits Accounting, Commitment Accounting, Accounts Receivable) when necessary
Monitors negative check errors during payroll processing and coordinated with Payroll Analyst on resolution
Enters Start Date Changes for Payroll and analyzes when payroll adjustments are needed

Percentage of time
35

Duties/Responsibilities

Responsible for reviewing garnishment processes and for the garnishment account reconciliation.
Responsible for reconciling payroll general ledger benefits accounts, including (Employees Retirement System (ERS), Georgia Defined Contribution (GDCP), and Teachers Retirement System (TRS).

Percentage of time
30

Duties/Responsibilities

Assists with taxable fringe reporting and processing. Aids departments in determination of taxable fringe reporting requirements and collects necessary data from the distributed campus.
Analyzes Direct Bill Relocation and adds appropriate taxable fringe to employee checks quarterly
Ensures Taxable Fringe is added for applicable TAP Program participants. Performs reconciliation of TAP Taxable Fringe to confirm the correct amount is loaded to employee checks
Processes Taxable Fringe for terminated employees to ensure the correct taxable earnings are reported

Percentage of time
20

Duties/Responsibilities

Assists distributed business offices and employees with payroll related questions, including tax inquiries, garnishments, overpayments, and retro pays. Utilizes the payroll ticketing system to respond to user requests.
Assists with Payroll System Testing when needed
Reviews gross up calculations done by Payroll Analysts for Award Recipients
Collaborates with other Payroll Accountants, Payroll Analysts, and distributed business partners to continually improve processes and gain efficiencies
Other Duties as assigned

Percentage of time
15

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