Posting Number: G/R24476P
Working Title: Auxiliary Accounting Intern
Department: Auxiliary Finance
About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
College/Unit/Department website: auxiliary.uga.edu
Employment Type: Employee
Additional Schedule Information: Office Hours are standard 8:00AM – 5:00PM Monday – Friday. A student in this role can expect their work schedule to accommodate their class schedule.
Anticipated Start Date: 02/12/2024
Posting Date: 01/29/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
EOO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ().
Duties/Responsibilities: Ensuring financial transactions and statements are completed timely, accurately and properly supported; this includes processing accounts payable payment requests, journal entries, internal departmental and external billing requests working with Auxiliary Services Finance team. Percentage of time: 40
Duties/Responsibilities: Ensuring accounting records contain the information necessary to meet reporting requirements to internal management. Percentage of time: 30
Duties/Responsibilities: Reporting of financial results (profit & loss statements) to Vice President for Finance and Administrations Office according to prescribed procedures. Percentage of time: 30
Classification Title: Student Assistant
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 0.47
Position Summary: This student intern position works with Auxiliary Services in Finance and Administration at UGA and provides Experiential Learning credit.
This position is part of a team with various projects, including month, quarter, and year end close responsibilities, account reconciliations and budget reviews. Auxiliary Services is responsible for the financial accounting function and oversight of business processes for Dining Services, Transportation and Parking, University Bookstore, University Golf Course, and Vending Services.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position: Currently enrolled in University of Georgia with major in Accounting, Finance or related business discipline. Preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies : Completion of intermediate-level coursework – minimum completion or current enrollment in Principle Accounting I Strong financial acumen and analytical ability Availability during business working hours (8am-5pm) /not to exceed 20 hours per week Availability to work summer months. Physical Demands: Working in an office environment. Sitting for long periods of time.
Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? : Yes
Does this position require a P-Card? : No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : No
Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .
Is driving a requirement of this position?: No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes
Contact Details: For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Lisa Catanese
Recruitment Contact Email:
