Job No. 157160
- Job Title:
- Assistant Director, Grants Accounting and Finance
- Employer:
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Kennesaw State University
- Location:
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Kennesaw , GA
- Posting Date:
- 26-Nov-2025
- Description:
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Job Summary
Supervises and reviews the work of assigned staff. Manages accounting entries and reporting for Research Foundation financials. Lead point of contact for customer service and operational requests. Manages financial deliverables for awards. Manages monthly billing and payment between Research Foundation and University. Assists in preparation of management reports for review by executive members. Assists in coordinating the annual financial audit. Assists with monthly reconciliations of KSU AR accounts.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Manages work and performance of assigned staff
2. Reconciles significant accounts
3. Reviews the work and/or reconciliations of assigned staff
4. Supervises the posting of transactions into KSURSF accounting software
5. Responsible for KSURSF accounting processes and entries.
6. Assists Director and Office of Research staff in special projects as assigned or needed
7. Participates and contributes to department decisions to ensure adherence with generally accepted accounting principles
8. Assists and contributes to the annual financial audit processes
9. Maintains financial statement templates in the systems and prepares consolidated financial statements according to established time frame for Controller review
10. Responsible for the accounting processes for the KSURSF and related reporting
11. Manages monthly billing process between entities and awardees
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Accountancy, Business or related field.
Required Experience
Five (5) years of accounting, financial or related experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Preferred Experience
Nonprofit accounting experience
Prior public accounting experience
Proposed Salary
The salary range is $75,300- $91,000. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge and experience with generally accepted accounting principles
Knowledge of higher education accounting processes
Knowledge of governing policies, procedures, rules and regulations
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite, Advanced knowledge of excel, Financial Accounting software knowledge)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
- Contact information:
- Kennesaw State University
- Kennesaw, GA 30144
- United States
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