Accountant Specialist Jobs at Fort Valley State University
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Accountant Specialist
FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Accountant Specialist for the University Advancement Department.
Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position performs accounting duties related to the operations of the Fort Valley State University Foundation.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages and reconciles FVSU Foundation accounts.
- Receives and reviews check requests from account holders; produces checks for these requests.
- Inputs deposit information into software systems.
- Prepares financial reports.
- Provides assistance to donors and account holders.
- Prepares acknowledgement letters for donations.
- Delivers checks to university personnel
- Delivers and retrieves mail.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Knowledge of IRS regulations.
- Knowledge of non-profit accounting and tax codes.
- Knowledge of University System of Georgia policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
- Skill in decision making and problem solving.
- Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Baccalaureate degree in a related field and more than two years of related experience.
Current Openings for Accountant Specialist Jobs at Fort Valley State University
Thank you for your interest in employment at Fort Valley State University. We strive to be an excellent workplace and are pleased that you would like to join our team. We are committed to hiring the very best employees to serve our valued students.
Positions are generally open until filled unless otherwise indicated in the posting. Application requirements vary by position. Please check the posting for specifics.
Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status.
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