ABOUT UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT

Georgia State University Advancement works to further Georgia State’s status as a national leader in student success, research and innovation, and cultural impact. By connecting with alumni, engaging donors, and increasing philanthropic support for students and scholars, we’re helping to transform lives and build our global community. The University Advancement Division furthers the university and its mission through several departments, including Development, Corporate & Foundation Relations, Alumni Relations, and the Georgia State University Foundation.
Georgia State University Foundation
At the Georgia State University Foundation, we approach our work with passion to be excellent, to positively impact the University’s donors on all levels, and to find innovative ways to ensure that we uphold the mission of the University. The foundation is registered to solicit charitable contributions with appropriate state governing authorities. By Supporting GSU’s mission through these contributions, the Foundation works with the rest of the University Advancement to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors.
These are exciting times at the Department of Foundation. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to identify, cultivate, and steward donors.
Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team.
The University Foundation is seeking (1) Accountant I, Accounts Payable to join the already incredible team taking the GSU Foundation to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES Georgia State University A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with various partners.
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree; or high school diploma or GED and four years of bookkeeping or accounting experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

PREFERRED HIRING QUALIFICATIONS:

Accounts Payable experience, Blackbaud Financial Edge accounting software experience, Microsoft Office knowledge and experience, especially Excel and Outlook, customer service and satisfaction attitude.
College/Business Unit: University Advancement
Department: University Advancement
Location: Atlanta Campus
Shift: 8:30-5:15 M-F on-site
Salary : $40,000 - $50,000
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Posting: 07/24/25, 11:00:00 PM
Closing Date: 08/08/25, 10:59:00 PM
Special Instructions:

The ideal candidate will have complex accounting skills and non-profit experience. In addition to supporting the department, the Accountant I, Accounts Payable will also support University Advancement through the following duties:

• Review and approve disbursement requests daily. Review and enter disbursement requests into General Ledger as appropriate daily. Audit, reconcile, and correct daily accounts payable entries.
• Respond to university community inquiries regarding specific disbursements, foundation policies, IRS regulations, etc. Monitor disbursement request compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures for IRS, GSU Foundation Board, GA Dept. of Revenue, State of Georgia, and GSU policies.
• Work with requestors to resolve any issues with the requests, required documentation, or approvals daily.
• Reconcile check run from Accounts Payable to Batch detail and invoices in check run. Process and distribute checks as requested. File documentation appropriately.
• Assist with reconciliation for monthly 1099 Vendors
• Assist with training new staff, student assistants, and temporary staff.
• Other analysis, projects, and duties assigned by Accounting Manager, Accounts Payable and Comptroller.

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct supervisor.
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