Accounting Technician (DTAE)

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Job Title:
Accounting Technician (DTAE)
Agency:
Technical College System of Georgia
Job Requisition ID:
JR0000007058
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
$48,000 - $50,000 (COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE)
Job Description:
The position is open to all applicants that meet the minimum qualifications below.
The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) is seeking highly qualified applicants for their fulltime Accounting Technician position in the Office of Administrative Services. This position is located at 1800 Century Place, Atlanta, GA 30345.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Reviews a wide range of source documents, such as purchase orders, vouchers, invoices, receipts, requisitions, travel documents and other forms for accuracy and completeness
Assigns standard pre-established accounting codes and other identifying information
Processes various accounts payable; contacts vendors to resolve questions
Prints and distributes checks
Enters routine financial transactions into accounting systems; verifies and corrects information; reconciles accounting records
Organizes and maintains hard copy files of departmental records
Receives, controls and records cash, check, and credit card payments; operates or assists with cash register functions as needed
Establishes, maintains and processes third-party contracts and scholarships in the student accounts receivable system
Establishes, maintains and processes electronic billing and payment processes within the third-party vendor systems
Attends training and implements processes as directed
Processes external source charges to the student accounts receivable system
Enters payments data into student accounts records
Provides information and assistance to callers and visitors
Performs limited, routine general clerical duties
Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent *and* One (1) year of experience in bookkeeping or accounting clerical work.
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working with Teamworks Financial Systems – Accounts Payable
Experience working with federal grants
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
Knowledge of student accounts management practices
Knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations
Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs
Decision making and problem-solving skills
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
Oral and written communication skills
HOW TO APPLY
TCSG Employees should apply through the Jobs Hub portal within GA@WORK.
It shall be a condition of employment to submit to a background investigation. Offers of employment shall be conditional pending the result of the background investigation.
Federal Law requires ID and eligibility verification prior to employment.
All male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are ages 18 through 25, are required to register for the military draft and must present proof of Selective Service Registration upon employment.
Applicants who need special assistance may request assistance by phoning (404) 679-1759.
The Technical College System of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent *and* One (1) year of experience in bookkeeping or accounting clerical work.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.