Research Finance Officer; Temp

Office of Sponsored Programs
: Georgia State University — The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) is a unit of University Research Services & Administration (URSA) under the Office of the Vice President for Research & Economic Development. OSP supports research excellence at GSU by guiding the grant lifecycle from proposal submission to management and closeout, working with faculty, department administrators, and administrative staff to ensure compliance and maximize research impact at GSU.

The Office of Sponsored Programs at Georgia State University is seeking to hire a Research Finance Officer (Temp).

This position is responsible for establishing sponsored awards in the financial system according to award guidelines and specifications.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual bills and invoices.
• Ensure proper documentation of required cost sharing.
• Reconcile accounts to the General Ledger and the awarded budget or contracted rates.
• Monitor assigned projects for expenditure review, financial compliance with applicable Federal, State, and university laws, policies and procedures, and recommend appropriate solutions to maintain compliance.
• Review monthly accounts receivable and aged receivables. Communicate with sponsors regarding uncollectible amounts and assist in resolution of accounts receivable.
• Prepare and submit quarterly, annual and final financial reports as specified in award documents or contracts. Complete project closeout activities.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and two years of related experience; or a combination of education and experience.

• Master's degree in accounting.
• Accounting education background, multi-tasking abilities, and customer service skills.
• Word, Excel, People Soft, Spectrum.

Office of Sponsored Programs

Atlanta Campus

Monday - Friday / 8:30am - 5:15pm

$38.50/hour

Temp

Non-Exempt

Temporary Work

01/14/26, 12:23:47 PM
01/28/26, 11:59:00 PM

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume

COMMUNITY:
Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university; IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING:
Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility; TRANSFORMATION:
Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place.

Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.

Please note:

Georgia State University’s career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.