Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant
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Who: A public research university in Georgia is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support post-award operations at a behavioral research institute.
What: Coordinate grant-related accounting functions, serve as payroll and petty cash coordinator, process expenditures, and monitor sub-awards and consulting agreements.
When: This is a full-time, ongoing position with an anticipated start date of March 2, 2026.
Where: Based in Athens, Georgia, primarily onsite Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm.
Why: To ensure accurate financial management and support research operations through timely accounting, reporting, and post-award administration.
Office Environment: Professional, team-oriented office with collaborative support for research and administrative staff.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Job Description:
The Senior Accountant manages post-award accounting operations for a behavioral research institute, including payroll coordination, p-card and petty cash administration, processing expenditures, and monitoring sub-awards and consulting agreements, ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as payroll coordinator for all positions managed by the institute, including reviewing timesheets, training staff, and ensuring compliance with payroll policies.

• Serve as petty cash coordinator for participant incentive funds, including replenishment and reconciliations.

• Process expenditures including purchase orders, payment requests, travel reimbursements, GL journals, and monthly reconciliations.

• Serve as departmental p-card cardholder, initiating and tracking all department purchases.

• Initiate, monitor, and log sub-award and consulting agreements, ensuring expenditures align with approved budgets and work performed.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

• Knowledge of accounting practices and strong confidentiality skills.

• Experience with university financial systems, payroll, and reporting tools preferred.

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Adobe; strong organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain accurate records, and provide post-award research support.

To Apply Now - email your resume to [email protected]

Senior Accountant in Athens, Georgia at a public research university, onsite, managing post-award accounting, payroll, petty cash, and sub-award administration.