Operations Specialist II

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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 established School of Medicine.

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The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).

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 online 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 online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The successful candidate must possess cash handling and financial record-keeping experience. Applicants must demonstrate a high level of security awareness alongside a strict policy awareness to ensure compliance with institutional and federal financial standards. Proficiency in Excel is required, specifically the ability to use formulas and data tools to perform daily reconciliation of cash, checks, and electronic payments against system reports. A proven track record of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to resolve ledger discrepancies independently is essential. Previous customer service and teller experience preferred.

This is a series of Operations Specialist positions. This highly specialized position coordinates and performs a variety of aspects in the financial cycle as well as departmental operations. The purpose of this position is to maintain and process sensitive and regulated processes, transactions, and reports. This position involves extensive use of excel and financial systems.

Occasionally lifting boxes or coins of 40 lbs.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

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 high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Reviewing and processing financial documents which involves specialized and ongoing training.

Reviewing documents that require verification from various reporting entities (ex. Internal Revenue Service, U.S. Department of the Treasury ( OFAC) to ensure legitimacy).

Maintains, reviews, distributes various reports for disbursement processing.

Performs reporting to assist with various reconciliations.

Assist with training for internal and external customers.

Prepares journal vouchers.

Assist with state and federal reporting for treasury-related processes.

Communicate effectively with internal and external customers regarding policies and procedures within Business Services.