Auxiliary Accounting Intern

About The University Of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

Posting

Number

G/R24476P

Working Title

Auxiliary Accounting Intern

Department

Auxiliary Finance

College/Unit/Department Website

auxiliary.uga.edu

Employment Type

Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Office Hours are standard 8:00AM – 5:00PM Monday – Friday. A student in this role can expect their work schedule to accommodate their class schedule.

Anticipated Start Date

02/12/2024

Posting Date

01/29/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

Responsibilities

• Ensuring financial transactions and statements are completed timely, accurately and properly supported; this includes processing accounts payable payment requests, journal entries, internal departmental and external billing requests working with Auxiliary Services Finance team. (40%)
• Ensuring accounting records contain the information necessary to meet reporting requirements to internal management. (30%)
• Reporting of financial results (profit & loss statements) to Vice President for Finance and Administrations Office according to prescribed procedures.

Position Summary

This student intern position works with Auxiliary Services in Finance and Administration at UGA and provides Experiential Learning credit. This position is part of a team with various projects, including month, quarter, and year end close responsibilities, account reconciliations and budget reviews. Auxiliary Services is responsible for the financial accounting function and oversight of business processes for Dining Services, Transportation and Parking, University Bookstore, University Golf Course, and Vending Services.

Relevant/Preferred

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position

• Currently enrolled in University of Georgia with major in Accounting, Finance or related business discipline.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies

• Completion of intermediate-level coursework – minimum completion or current enrollment in Principle Accounting I
• Strong financial acumen and analytical ability
• Availability during business working hours (8am-5pm) /not to exceed 20 hours per week
• Availability to work summer months.

Physical Demands

Working in an office environment. Sitting for long periods of time.

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a requirement of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications)

Yes

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with…