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Atlanta, GA
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Requisition ID: FIN059G
Number of Openings: 1
Shift: Day Job
Posting End Date: Feb 26, 2026
Job Title: Accountant- Atlanta
Pay Grade: I- maximum starting salary is $50,000.00
Workplace: Hybrid- two days per week in office.
Travel: None
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, analyzes financial information and prepares financial reports to document or maintain records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss or other financial activities within an agency. Evaluates, audits and maintains accounts and transaction processing to ensure GAAP compliance.
Applies GAAP, state or federal fiscal guidelines, and agency policies to establish tables/records of accounts or financial transactions, review financial data, and assign entries or apply accounting control measures to proper accounts.
Develops, maintains and prepares periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
Establishes tables of accounts, and assigns entries to proper accounts.
Maintains records, files and documentation related to accounting processes.
May analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
Oversees or participates in the compilation of data and prepares standard accounting reports. Prepares, examines, reconciles, and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, budget records, and other documentation to assess their accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
Provides support to auditors and other reviewers, and identifies and corrects any problems revealed in reviews or audits.
Serves as liaison in responding to inquiries to solve routine accounting problems or for information/interpretation from third parties such as banks, auditors, vendors and governmental entities
For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/
Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.
The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:
Drug Screening
TB Evaluation
Annual Influenza*
Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of professional accounting job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Accountant 1 (FIP020) or position equivalent.
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Atlanta, GA
Job
Company
Profile insights
Find out how your skills align with the job description
Skills
Do you have experience in Accounting and finance experience?
Education
Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
Full job description
Additional Information
Agency Logo:
Requisition ID: FIN059G
Number of Openings: 1
Shift: Day Job
Posting End Date: Feb 26, 2026
Job Title: Accountant- Atlanta
Pay Grade: I- maximum starting salary is $50,000.00
Workplace: Hybrid- two days per week in office.
Travel: None
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, analyzes financial information and prepares financial reports to document or maintain records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss or other financial activities within an agency. Evaluates, audits and maintains accounts and transaction processing to ensure GAAP compliance.
Applies GAAP, state or federal fiscal guidelines, and agency policies to establish tables/records of accounts or financial transactions, review financial data, and assign entries or apply accounting control measures to proper accounts.
Develops, maintains and prepares periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
Establishes tables of accounts, and assigns entries to proper accounts.
Maintains records, files and documentation related to accounting processes.
May analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
Oversees or participates in the compilation of data and prepares standard accounting reports. Prepares, examines, reconciles, and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, budget records, and other documentation to assess their accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
Provides support to auditors and other reviewers, and identifies and corrects any problems revealed in reviews or audits.
Serves as liaison in responding to inquiries to solve routine accounting problems or for information/interpretation from third parties such as banks, auditors, vendors and governmental entities
For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/
Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.
The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:
Drug Screening
TB Evaluation
Annual Influenza*
Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of professional accounting job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Accountant 1 (FIP020) or position equivalent.
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Accountant- Atlanta position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Atlanta offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
