Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

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:

Are you an accounting professional who enjoys balancing technical work with team leadership? As the Accounting Manager in the University Controller's Office, you will work closely with the Accounting Director to support the University's financial reporting, contribute to the integrity of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), and oversee debt-related activities in alignment with GASB standards, SEC requirements, and other applicable regulations.

You'll play a key role in preparing portions of the ACFR, supporting debt compliance and reporting, and helping ensure financial processes run smoothly. This position also provides the opportunity to guide a small team, contribute to process improvements, and collaborate with partners across the university.

Key responsibilities fall within four functional areas outlined below.

Financial Systems, Management & Compliance

• Support the integrity of the ACFR by applying GASB standards and ensuring debt-related activities align with SEC requirements and other applicable regulations
• Oversee debt-related activities, including reporting, compliance, and coordination with internal and external partners
• Serve as a point of contact for auditors on debt-related matters
• Provide guidance on financial systems, chart of accounts, and internal controls
• Coordinate and monitor year-end financial reporting activities

Strategic Financial Operations & Analysis

• Assist with financial modeling and analysis to support capital planning and cash management
• Prepare assigned portions of the ACFR related to debt, including financial statements and disclosures
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and support implementation of internal controls
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support decision-making

Supervision & Administration

• Supervise and support professional staff, including setting expectations and providing feedback
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and staff development
• Help manage workload and timelines, particularly during peak reporting periods
• Serve as backup to the Accounting Director for assigned areas

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Communicate financial and regulatory information clearly to internal stakeholders
• Provide guidance to campus partners on financial processes and requirements
• Maintain working relationships with external partners, including auditors and advisors
• Prepare materials and support meetings related to debt and financial reporting

If you are someone who approaches challenges with curiosity, communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences, and supports your team through steady guidance and follow-through, while valuing collaboration and bringing a thoughtful, solutions-oriented mindset, we encourage you to apply.

Minimum Experience/Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Other Discipline related to the area of assignment with 12 Credit Hours of accounting coursework and three years of professional accounting experience, of which at least one is supervisory; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require additional credit hours of accounting coursework.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications:
N/A

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in public accounting, auditing, or financial reporting, including preparation or review of financial statements and support of audit processes
• CPA license or progress toward CPA eligibility (e.g., completed coursework or passed one or more exam sections)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills demonstrated through reports, documentation, or presentations for varied audiences
• Proven ability to lead or supervise others, including assigning work, reviewing outputs, and supporting employee development
• Skilled at interpreting and applying Federal, State, GASB, UNC System, or similar regulatory frameworks to guide decisions and implement policy

Required License or Certification:
N/A

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