"Accountant"

Accountant

Company: North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category: Business and Financial Services

Type: Full-Time

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Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:

As an accountant plays for the Pool College of Management you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day financial operations, upholding compliance with Federal Cost Accounting Standards, State of North Carolina, and NC State University guidelines. Additionally, you will support the College's financial health through careful monitoring, reporting, and analysis of a wide range of state and non-state funds, including premium tuition revenues. Reporting to to the College's financial leadership team and you will serve as a trusted advisor on accounting practices and budget decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor state-appropriated, premium tuition, and non-state funds to ensure compliance and resolve unallowable expenses.
• Prepare, analyze, and reconcile financial reports, payroll data, and monthly/quarterly budget statements.
• Process budget transactions, journal vouchers, and project requests while maintaining accurate chartfield data.
• Research and resolve financial transaction issues involving vouchers, reimbursements, and PCard activity.
• Review and refine internal procedures to improve financial accuracy and efficiency.
• Serve as a resource for interpreting university and state financial policies and implementing sound accounting practices.
• Collaborate with departments and college leadership to assess funding needs, monitor deficits, and recommend solutions.

If you are detail-oriented, thrive in a dynamic environment, and take pride in ensuring financial accuracy and compliance, we encourage you to apply and contribute to the financial excellence of the Poole College of Management.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department's operations.

Minimum Experience/Education:

• Bachelor's degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate's degree in accounting; or Associate's degree in business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including financial reporting, budgeting, and reconciliation in a large, complex organization.
• Understanding of GAAP, fund accounting, and governmental accounting standards (GASB).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret fiscal regulations and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Proficiency with financial and spreadsheet tools such as Excel or Google Sheets.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities accurately and efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Financial management experience of at least 3 years; bachelor's degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework.
• Ability to interpret and apply complete Federal and State fiscal regulations to analyze and correct accounting and financial problems and errors; ability to make changes in the accounting system and procedures.
• Knowledgeable of university administration.
• Extensive knowledge with coding expenses and properly using the chart of accounts.
• State, federal or higher education budget development experience.

Required License or Certification: N/A

AA/EEO Statement:

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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