JOB
OPEN UNTIL FILLEDREVISEDThis is a sensitive government position.The GBI will follow State Personnel Board Rules for current state employees. ************************************************************************* Please review the GBI Employment Disqualifiers before applying for this position. Employment for the selected candidate(s) is contingent upon the successful completion of a GBI background investigation including criminal, credit and driver's history checks, polygraph examination, fingerprinting and drug screening. **************************************************************************The GBI follows the Federal statute regarding illegal drug use and is a drug-free workplace. Although some states have legalized recreational drug use, applicants who currently use illegal drugs or controlled substances will be subject to disqualification from employment with the GBI.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary responsibility is serving as an Accountant for high volume Accounts Receivable processing and ensuring all accounting policies are being followed in accordance with GAAP, federal and state guidelines.The selected candidate must be able to produce timely, relevant and accurate financial reports for GBI under the direct supervision of the Accounts Receivable Supervisor.In addition to the primary responsibilities, the candidate must be able to: Establish and maintain receivables in TeamWorks FinancialsPrepare and track customer invoicesRecord cash daily bank deposits and ensure that cash receipts and payments are recorded timelyResearch receipts and ensure receipts are posted to the correct accountsPerform daily cash receipts reviewsUse Excel to produce reportsThis is the entry/training level of the accounting job series. Incumbents at this level may require additional training or experience to gain full proficiency in all or some of the job responsibilities. There is the opportunity to telework in this position. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Good time management skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Critical thinking skillsPrioritization and multi-tasking skillsEssential knowledge of operating office equipment to include but not limited to computers, copier, fax machines, scanners, answering telephone, and filing.Established experience in using Microsoft Office Suite software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The incumbent will occasionally be required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel. Occasionally light lifting/or moving boxes or supplies may be required. WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position requires the incumbent to work in an office setting which includes shared office space with other professionals. NOTE: This position may require some travel and operating a state vehicle. A valid Georgia driver’s license is required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The GBI reserves the right to close this job announcement once a qualified applicant pool has been identified. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or by e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Applicants who are not selected for an interview will not receive notification.Foreign Education: Applicants who have completed part or all of their education outside the U.S. must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that the foreign education is equivalent to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. This evaluation must be a course-by-course evaluation that includes each completed course/subject and the U.S. credit equivalent. Applicants must submit (2) copies of the credential evaluations to the address noted above by the deadline. For a listing of services that can perform this evaluation, see the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services website at http://www.naces.org/members.htm. Due to budget constraints, the GBI is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.Applicants must present a professional image during all phases of the GBI hiring process, to include when interviewing, either in-person or virtually. The attire and appearance of applicants interviewing must be what is generally accepted as both professional and appropriate for a business work environment.