Financial Accounting Specialist

2 weeks ago

Atlanta, Georgia, United States Georgia Department of Community Health Full time
Salary: $34, $54,685.32 Annually

Location : Atlanta, GA

Job Type: Full-Time Salaried

Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid

Division: Division of Financial Management

Unit: SHBP Accounting

Description

The Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) is a key agency dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of Georgia's diverse population. DCH is responsible for Medicaid administration, overseeing the State Health Benefit Plan (SHBP), and regulating healthcare facilities, thereby impacting a significant portion of the state's residents.

Through strategic planning, procurement, and oversight, DCH ensures access to affordable and quality healthcare for millions, particularly for vulnerable and underserved communities. The agency comprises six enterprise offices that support its three program divisions, with employees stationed in various locations throughout the state.

DCH is committed to delivering exceptional Customer Service and Communication, fostering Teamwork, and promoting Accountability to ensure all stakeholders feel valued and engaged.

The Department of Community Health is currently in search of a qualified Accounting Technician 2 to join the Office of Financial Management, SHBP Accounting. Under general supervision, the Accounting Technician will undertake paraprofessional accounting and fiscal control tasks, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, budget oversight, and related general accounting functions.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring both in-office and remote work, subject to supervisor approval. The frequency of in-office attendance may vary based on organizational needs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Review and interpret vendor reports, source documents, and financial statements.
  • Evaluate financial documents for accuracy before submission to management and audit teams.
  • Maintain financial records, ensuring proper recording of transactions in the general ledger.
  • Exercise independent judgment in work procedures and methods.
  • Identify and analyze problems, gathering and evaluating information to determine accuracy and relevance, using sound judgment to propose solutions.
  • Respond to requests for assistance from vendors, auditors, management, and team members within specified timeframes.
  • Create or update accounts payable voucher templates to ensure accurate monthly record-keeping.
  • Review vendor invoices and supporting documents for accuracy prior to payment processing.
  • Prepare, process, and input vendor invoices into the financial system.
  • Ensure accuracy of remittance reports before submission to vendors.
  • Reconcile accounts payable monthly and ensure timely vendor payments.
  • Investigate discrepancies, notify management, and follow through to resolution.
  • Prepare and submit vendor management forms to the State Accounting Office.
  • Prepare journal entries for payables, upload them into the financial system, and ensure accuracy with supporting documentation.
  • Upload invoices and journal vouchers into the document management system after entry.
  • Develop desktop manuals to document processes and procedures.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for Accounts Payable.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in a business-related field from an accredited institution or a High School diploma/GED with relevant experience; or one year of experience in a lower-level accounting position.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to candidates with:
  • Experience in Accounts Payable modules and familiarity with the State's financial system.
  • Two years of professional accounting experience involving financial transaction analysis.
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including query handling and data manipulation.
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Understanding of general ledger and subsidiary ledger relationships.
  • Experience in state government accounting.
Core Competencies:
  • Knowledge of general accounting principles and standards.
  • Attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective time management.
  • Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across various organizational levels.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Capability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team.
Additional Information

In addition to a competitive salary, the Georgia Department of Community Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and various health benefits.

Due to the high volume of applications, individual status updates will not be provided. All qualified applicants will be considered, but not all will receive an interview. Selected candidates will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process.

This position is unclassified and employment is at-will. Candidates will undergo a background check and reference verification.

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