Director, Disbursements

Office of
Disbursements

Georgia State University

Georgia State University is a vibrant community in the
heart of Atlanta. At Georgia State University (GSU), we value the unique skills, perspective, talents, and passion that each employee
contributes to its learning community. To work at GSU is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of the
internal and external community we serve!

Georgia State University is seeking to hire a Director, Disbursements
within the Office of Disbursements. The Office of Disbursements (Accounts Payable) serves the university community in a professional and
knowledgeable manner. Our mission is to support and assist the university in meeting its operational needs by disbursing payments to vendors
and reimbursements to employees in a responsible and timely manner, while ensuring compliance with the requirements established by Federal
regulations, State laws, and University policies and procedures.

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

• Flexible work
  environment.
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing
  organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A
  rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Direct
  Disbursements staff in the processing and payment of all University liabilities. Responsible for establishing policies and procedures to
  ensure compliance with all applicable rules and regulations, including University policy, Dept of Treasury regulations (IRS), and State of
  Georgia policies.
• Responsible for timely disbursements of payments to all vendors, including outside vendors, faculty/staff, and
  students. Monitor Disbursements and develop recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness, and the delivery of customer service.
  Monitor and strengthen internal controls.
• Serve as primary liaison to administrative officers and college finance officers regarding
  payments and encumbrances. Provide guidance, training, and documentation for the University concerning appropriate accounting treatment of
  transactions. Recommend and develop policy for new and developing business issues.
• Coordinate and oversee monthly, quarterly, and
  annual reporting for Disbursements, including: Account Reconciliation, Vendor statement reconciliation, Travel Continuous Audit Reporting,
  Asset reporting, Retainage reporting, IRS1099 Reporting, IRS1042S Reporting, and Fiscal Year End accounting.
• Responsible for the
  Disbursement Unit’s budget, personnel actions, and formulating performance expectations and evaluations, including measurement
  standards.
• Work closely with the Spectrum Office to implement and modify add-on systems designed to assist in the payment/record
  keeping of transaction (PantherMart). Create or request queries to extract data to ensure meaningful analysis of data.
• Other duties
  as assigned

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide
a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may
change at the discretion the employee’s direct supervisor.

Qualifications:
Minimum
Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Accounting/Finance or Policy Studies and six years of
  supervisory/management experience or a combination of training and experience.

Preferred
Requirements:

• Proven ability to develop, evaluate, and implement policies and procedures
• Experience training new and
  existing users on policy and procedures
• Experience in higher education accounting
• Ability to multi-task and work under
  strict timelines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Department: Disbursements

Location: Atlanta Campus

Shift: 8:30AM – 5:15PM

Salary:
$105,000 – $115,000

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

Special Instructions:
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
• Cover Letter

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Georgia State University Values:
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 placeINTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective
stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC
INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents USG Core Value
Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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: 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.Further, Georgia
State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where
such restrictions are required in order to comply with law,, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are
required by Federal, State, or local government contract. Background Check: Successful candidate must be able to pass a
comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor
Vehicle Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its
students’ and employees’ safety and security.It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime
Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security
Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.

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.