Director - Accounting at Technical College System of Georgia

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! Job Title: Director - Accounting Agency: Gwinnett Technical College Job Requisition ID: JR0000006639 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $72,800/YR. Job Description: This job is a full time, benefited, FLSA exempt position in the Administrative Services Division that reports to the Executive Director, Accounting. Schedule - 40-hours per week, on campus, at the Lawrenceville campus; Monday through Friday; May occasionally work at the Alpharetta-North Fulton Campus Minimum Qualifications (Job Code 10056 Category 1) Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university *and* Five (5) years of experience in management or defined departmental area Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the minimum qualifications: Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance Prior experience with the State of Georgia’s implementation of PeopleSoft/Workday Prior experience with the Technical College System of Georgia implementation of BANNER Prior experience in governmental and/or higher education accounting Five (5) or more years of work experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities of this position Five (5) or more years of supervisory experience. Job Description Summary: The Director of Accounting is responsible for collaborating with other Directors within the Administrative Services Division in order to reach the achievement of services, goals and objectives and acts as liaison with all aspects of the Business Office to ensure day-to-day operations are handled appropriately. This position is also responsible for the administration, development and implementation of initiatives, supervision of employees, and manages the comprehensive student account activities at Gwinnett Technical College (GTC). Competencies: Excellent oral and written communication skills Demonstrated team leadership skills Ability to collaborate and build strong, effective working relationships across departments Ability to motivate, train and develop a high performing staff within a team-oriented, collaborative environment Demonstrated analytical, problem solving and decision making skills Strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize while meeting deadlines Knowledge of accounting principles to include Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards, and statutory regulations Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public Skill and knowledge of PeopleSoft/Workday, BANNER. Duties/Responsibilities: Percentage of Time: Assists with management and continual development of a comprehensive accounting program, which integrates Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards, statutory accounting requirement, and departmental fiscal policies and procedures. (Concurrent with all tasks) Analyzes financial statistics and other accounting data to identify trends impacting fiscal position of Gwinnett Tech. (8%) Supervises subordinate employees, including procurement and Shipping and Receiving. (10%) Reviews and analyzes general ledger accounts accurately for fiscal integrity as well as compliance with applicable principles, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures. (10%) Prepares or directs the preparation of financial reports in both standard and specialized formats. (10%) Correctly identifies discrepancies in financial records and takes appropriate corrective actions(s) to amend identified variances. (10%) Represents the financial interests of GTC in accounting related interactions w