Manager, Accounting – Bursars

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia’s colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university’s vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Performs duties in the administration and maintenance of accounting records.  Responsible for reconciling Banner to PeopleSoft and required reporting to the Georgia Department of Audits and State Accounting Office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responsible for accounting and reporting revenues and receivables
2. Maintains registration, fee assessment and due diligence schedules
3. Monitors and prepares financial reports and analysis
4. Collaborates and coordinates with contractors
5. Responsible for monthly accounting and annual reporting
6. Reviews KSU Foundation or department related invoicing
7. Assists with month-end and year-end close and internal/year-end audit
8. Reviews processes to improve business efficiencies and recommends best practices
9. Supervises assigned accounting staff

Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Accounting, Business or related field
Required Experience
Four (4) years of related work experience in bookkeeping or accounting

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Accounting, Business or related field

ABILITIES
Able to direct and supervise a staff
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of accounting processes and principles (general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, etc.)
SKILLS
Advanced data entry and 10-key skills
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, analytical, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite, Banner and PeopleSoft)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 202, [email protected].

This is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% – 24% of the time

• Credit Report
• Standard Enhanced
• Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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