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Georgia Department of Public Health General Ledger Accountant III in Atlanta, Georgia
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Who we are.We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer.As a member of theGeorgia Department of Public Healthteam,you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
- Make a Professional Impact- Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility- Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
- Work witha Dynamic and Diverse Team- Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity- Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture- Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
- Feel Pride in Where you Work- Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
As a General Ledger Accountant III within the Division of Finance and General Accounting at the Georgia Department of Public Health,you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.
Job Responsibilities
Job Overview: Performs accounting function for the general ledger section within the Division of Finance, Office of Financial Services. Serves as a liaison between the general ledger section and other sections within the Department.
Job Responsibilities:
- Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision
- Performs daily and monthly reconciliations for bank accounts and sub-ledgers
- Reconciliations for federal, state, and other fund sources which include draw adjustments
- Complete weekly and monthly reconciliations of federal, state, and other fund sources
- Researches variances and prepares adjusting entries as needed
- Reviews financial reports for completeness and accuracy
- Complete monthly, quarterly and year-end closing activities
- Complete assigned year-end financial reports within the established deadlines
- Serves as a job expert/organization resource in assigned area
- Ensure that all entries are processed timely and accurately in the financial system
- Prepare and review supporting documentation for all journal entries
- Assist with updating departmental policies and procedures for related area
- Maintains well organized files for supporting documentation and general ledger files
- Maintains comprehensive knowledge of State Accounting Office (SAO) policies and procedures for assigned area
- Ensures that duties are performed in accordance with established internal controls and guidelines
- Prepare ad hoc reports as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Technical Competencies:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel (Pivot Tables), excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment.
- Knowledge of general accounting principles and standards.
- Understanding of federal and state accounting policies and procedures.
- Understanding of elements of an effective internal control system.
- Ability to prepare, analyze, interpret spreadsheets and other financial reports and effectively communic te results/outcomes with management.
- Ability to organize and present financial information in a useful and easily understandable format.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting and two (2) years of professional accounting job-related experience; OR Two (2) years of experience at the lower level Accountant 2 (FIP021) or equivalent position.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Must have strong analytical and reconciliation skills
- Previous experience with federal grant awards
- Previous public sector or non-profit experience