Business Operations Partner

About the role

The University of Georgia is a public research university located in Athens, Georgia. It is one of the oldest public universities in the United States and is part of the University System of Georgia. The University offers a wide range of academic programs and employs approximately 3,100 faculty members and over 7,700 staff members.

Responsibilities

• Assists Business Manager in maintaining departmental budgets and accounts.
• Prepares Budget Transfers, Budget Journals, General Ledger journal vouchers, AP journal vouchers, AR billing, and deposits in UGA Financial Management System when directed and following proper accounting procedures.
• Prepares and processes payroll actions as directed by Team Lead following approved practices and procedures.
• Serves as backup to the Team Lead and other miscellaneous duties assigned to assist the Administrative Financial Director.
• Serves as a Terry College Pcard holder.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and standards.
• Knowledge of UGA policies and procedures.
• Proficient in UGA systems – OneUSG Connect.
• Computer skills – MS Word, Excel, accounting and database related software.

Qualifications

This position requires a P-Card and is considered a Position of Trust. It involves working in a standard office environment and interacting with faculty, staff, and students. The incumbent must work independently and efficiently across numerous departmental lines.

Skills

• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and standards.
• Knowledge of UGA policies and procedures.
• Proficient in UGA systems – OneUSG Connect.
• Computer skills – MS Word, Excel, accounting and database related software.

Benefits

The position is benefits eligible and offers a starting salary of $45,000+ commensurate with experience. The University of Georgia provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The starting salary for this position is $45,000+ commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The typical work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Contact Information

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Audrey Greeson
Recruitment Contact Email: agreeson@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone: [Please provide phone number]