Accounting Analyst – Comptrollers Office Position Available In Lumpkin, Georgia

Accounting Analyst – Comptroller’s Office
University of North Georgia
in Dahlonega, GA

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Full-Time

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Salary $78,641

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06/16/2025

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286162 About Us Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university’s signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG’s Dahlonega Campus. Job Summary The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an Accounting Analyst – Comptroller’s Office on the Dahlonega campus. The Accounting Analyst is responsible for designing accounting procedures that conform to Generally Accepted Accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards, and USG fiscal policies and procedures. The position analyzes data, produces financial reports, and researches applicable standards to advise Financial Services leadership on technical accounting issues. Responsibilities Collaborate with AVP for Financial Services and Assistant Controller to prepare Financial Reports used by both external and internal stakeholders, including preparation of the Annual Financial Report, Quarterly Reports, Budgetary Compliance Report, Athletics Financial Reporting, and IPEDS finance survey.
Process year end journal entries, including adjustments in the GAAP and CAPITAL ledgers, to ensure the annual financial report presents the university’s operations as a business-type entity in conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards, and statutory accounting requirements. Analyze trial balance data to explain year over year changes.
Compile documentation for internal and external auditors, while validating summary-level report data to all supporting files.
Perform routine accounting tasks such as posting journal entries and answering questions from campus stakeholders including topics such as budget activity, reserve accounts, and establishment of new department IDs.
Perform accounting research and apply to university’s operations, policies, and procedures. Examples of research include GASB standards, IRS and state tax laws, Board of Regents Policy Manual, USG Business Procedures Manual, and Uniform Guidance for Federal Grants.
Lead the implementation of new accounting procedures to conform to new GASB standards in collaboration with USO staff.
Assess, maintain, and design internal controls for financial reporting using Green Book Standards and COSO Framework. This includes preparation of the annual financial reporting risk assessment and analyzing business procedures in AP, Payroll, Purchasing, Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Budget, Sponsored Programs, and HR to identify inherent risks, mitigating controls, and assessment of residual risk. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Motivated self-starter who is willing to learn and embrace new technology.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in interpersonal relations and working in a collaborative environment. Required Qualifications Master’s degree in accounting or a bachelor’s degree with an active CPA license.
Minimum of 1 year experience in public accounting, university accounting, or governmental accounting.
CPA License or eligibility and progress toward licensure. Preferred Qualifications Advanced proficiency in Excel preferred.
Experience with PeopleSoft Financials or Workday ERP preferred.
Experience in higher education preferred. Proposed Salary Minimum Starting Salary $78,641 Required Documents to Attach Resume
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Contact information for three professional references. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Institutional Values The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php Conditions of Employment 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 North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. Other Information This is not a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.

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