Coordinator: Accounting

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Job Title:  

Coordinator - Accounting

Agency:

Gwinnett Technical College

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000007519

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$54,080.00/YR

Job Description:

This job is a full-time, benefited, FLSA non-exempt position in the Administrative Services Division that reports to the Director, Budget and Grant Accounting.

Minimum Qualifications (Job Code 11213)
Bachelor’s degree in a related field *and* Two (2) years of related work experience

Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: 

In addition to the minimum qualifications, experience using Team Works Financials, including the use of queries and report processing.  Working knowledge of State of Georgia and Gwinnett Technical College policies and procedures.  Accurate 10-key skills.  Working knowledge of Excel.  Good organizational skills and works well independently.

Job Description Summary:

Under general supervision, completes subledger and other reconciliations and assists the business office staff with daily workload and special projects as identified and assigned. Responsible for accurate and timely data entry.  Must be able to communicate complex accounting transactions with internal and external customers.  Must be available to work between the hours of 7:30 am-6:30 pm.  Must be able to travel between campuses when required.

Technical Skills and Competencies:

Knowledge of governmental accounting; knowledge of the State of Georgia financial system, and the State of Georgia accounting cycles and processes; customer service, interpersonal relations, and public service; confidentiality; use of computers and job-related software; basic conflict resolution; professional and effective oral and written communication; ability to prioritize and schedule tasks to meet deadlines and objectives

Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior. (Performed by all incumbents)

• Demonstrates eagerness to learn and assume responsibility; seeks out and accepts increased responsibility; displays a "can do" approach to work.
• Shows persistence and seeks alternatives when obstacles arise; seeks alternative solutions; does things before being asked or forced to by events.
• Works within the system in a resourceful manner to accomplish reasonable work goals; shows flexibility in response to process change and adapts to and accommodates new methods and procedures.
• Accepts direction and feedback from supervisors and follows through appropriately.

·       Works when scheduled; begins and ends work as expected; calls in according to policy when arriving late for work or when absent; observes provisions of Fair Labor Standards Act; observes policies on break and lunch periods; uses work time appropriately.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Percentage of Time:

• Reviews a wide range of source documents, such as vouchers, invoices, receipts, and other forms for accuracy and completeness. (10%)
• Perform and complete variety of tasks and assignments associated with support functions for the Administrative Services division. (40%)
• Enter data from forms, records, reports and/or other sources into computer for purposes such as maintaining databases and complete incidental word processing and spreadsheet assignments. (10%)
• Enters routine financial transactions into accounting systems; verifies and corrects information; reconciles accounting records;  (Performed by all incumbents) (10%)
• Participate in special projects and committees as directed by the supervisor. (10%)
• Organizes and maintains hard copy files of departmental records; (Performed by all incumbents). (10%)
• Performs limited clerical responsibilities. Responds to requests for information/advice and solves clerical problems. (Performed by all incumbents) (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned in the fulfillment of the needs, philosophy, and purpose of Gwinnett Technical College. (5%)

Physical Demands:

Frequency

(N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly

• Requires operation, access, or control of financial resources. (C)
• Requires having a P-Card. (N)
• Driving is a responsibility of this position. (O)
• This position will have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care. (N)
• This position will have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications). (N)
• This position is a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• This position requires moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• This position requires the ability to adjust or move objects up to 15 pounds in all directions with or without reasonable accommodation. (O)
• This position requires the ability to repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• This position requires the ability to operate machinery and/or power tools with or without reasonable accommodation. (N)
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment with or without reasonable accommodation. (O)
• Noisy environments. (N)
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. (N)
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. (O)
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without reasonable accommodation. (N)
• Work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. (N)
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. (C)

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and Human Resources may begin scheduling interviews as applications are received. This position will remain open until a successful candidate has been selected and hired. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as the interview process may begin before all applications are reviewed. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview.

As set forth in its student catalog, Gwinnett Technical College complies with the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. The following person has been designated to manage inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Lisa Richardson, Title IX, and Section 504 Coordinator, 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway, Building 100/A, Room 515, Lawrenceville, GA 30043, 678-226-6691, [email protected].

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree *and* Two (2) years related work experience - -Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

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.