Accounting Manager

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Job Title:  

Accounting Manager

Agency:

Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000007182

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$75,000-$85,000

Job Description:

Summary/Objective

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations of the agency and ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal requirements.

The position provides direct operational oversight of accounts payable, revenue, general ledger, disbursements, reconciliations, and related accounting functions. The Accounting Manager serves as a key operational link between accounting staff and the Chief Accounting Officer and is responsible for monitoring workflow, resolving accounting issues, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring established accounting controls are consistently followed.

The Accounting Manager provides leadership and technical guidance to accounting personnel and supports the Chief Accounting Officer in financial reporting, audit preparation, internal control activities, financial system processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

GEORGIA VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION AGENCY GVRA

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manage the daily operations of the agency's accounting functions.

• Coordinate workflow among accounts payable, revenue, general ledger, payroll, and disbursement activities.

• Ensure accounting transactions are processed accurately and timely.

• Monitor outstanding accounting transactions and ensure timely resolution.

• Review accounting activity for compliance with established policies and procedures.

• Ensure accounting staff maintain complete and appropriate supporting documentation.

• Serve as an escalation point for complex accounting issues. Analyzing financial activity and resolving reporting discrepancies.

• Review journal entries and accounting adjustments for accuracy and appropriate supporting documentation.

• Monitoring general ledger accounts for unusual or inconsistent activity.

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.

• Establish and monitor reconciliation schedules for assigned accounts.

• Review bank, cash, clearing, revenue, receivable, payable, payroll, and other account reconciliations.

• Coordinate with program and grants staff when additional documentation or clarification is required.

• Supervise, direct, and evaluate assigned accounting personnel. Address performance concerns promptly and appropriately.

• Develop cross-training plans to ensure continuity of critical accounting functions.

Competencies

1. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal control frameworks.

2. Ability to interpret and apply state and federal financial regulations.

3. Skilled in the use of Workday GA@work, Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

4. Ability to think critically and problem-solve independently.

5. Ability to collaborate.

Supervisory Responsibility

Yes

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. This position occasionally requires long hours and weekend work.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following skills/experience:

• Master’s degree or higher in public administration, business administration, accounting, or related field from an accredited college or university.

• Knowledge and experience in Georgia state government operations, including legislation, budgetary, financial, and statewide reporting processes.

• Experience with federal grant compliance, including 2 CFR Part 200.

• Professional certification such as CPA, CGFM, or another relevant financial management credential.

• Knowledge of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program activities and federal funding requirements.

• Experience in tracking and analyzing general and amended fiscal year budgetary process, as well as proposed legislation to determine how proposed changes impact program goals, objectives, and service delivery.

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience managing multiple funding streams.

• Knowledge of cost principles and cost-allocation.

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience utilizing TeamWorks Financials/HCM, including reports and queries.

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in analyzing data and information to draw conclusions and make recommendations based on analysis.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The Accounting Manager will be evaluated based on:

1. Oversee accounting -related financial systems, processes, including transactions processing, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

2. Ensure accounting staff are appropriately trained in financial systems, policies, and procedures.

3. Compliance with federal grant requirements and applicable fiscal regulations.

4. Effective implementation of GA@WORKS transactions.

5. Strength of internal controls and financial risk management.

6. Support the agency's financial stewardship responsibilities and commitment to accountability and transparency.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None required for this position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

As a condition of employment with Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency, you must successfully complete a mandatory federal and national background check, pre-employment testing, and additional checks required for your job.

AAP/EEO Statement

GVRA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected

veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

GVRA

The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency operates five integrated and interdependent statutory programs that share a primary goal - to help people with disabilities to become fully productive members of society by achieving independence and meaningful employment. Our programs impact both employers and job seekers. Our bottom line is to tailor our services to fit your needs. And our promise to you is consistent professional service with responsive and responsible follow-up.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting and three (3) years of professional accounting job-related experience, which includes one (1) year in a supervisory role; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Accountant Spv (FIP024) or position equivalent.--Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year

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.