PG194023SP
Internal Recruitment:No
Working Title:Accounting Specialist
Anticipated Hiring Range:$46,000-$50,326
Work Schedule:Monday - Friday (Hybrid), 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; some nights and weekends as needed
Job Location:Raleigh, NC
About the Department:The Poole College of Management actively engages with industry and academia to create an innovative and collaborative intellectual environment that fosters learning, scholarship, and service. We’re deeply rooted in NC State’s history as a university that excels at science, technology, engineering, and math.
Our college’s diverse student body — over 4,000 students — hails from across North Carolina, the United States, and the world. Our faculty are thought leaders and field-tested experts with enduring ties to the world of business.
Poole College of Management has four academic departments: Accounting, Business Management, Economics, and Management, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. We offer bachelor’s degrees in accounting, business administration, economics; master’s degrees in accounting, business administration (MBA), economics, management (including specialized degrees); as well as a doctoral degree in economics. Among our non-degree programs, we offer Executive Education and graduate certificates.
The college houses six initiatives fostering research, learning, and corporate engagement: Business Analytics Initiative, Business Sustainability Collaborative, Enterprise Risk Management Initiative, Entrepreneurship Clinic, Entrepreneurship Collaborative, and Supply Chain Resource Cooperative. The college is fully accredited by the AACSB.
To learn more about our College, visit: https://poole.ncsu.edu
The Accounting Technician at the Office of Business Services within the Poole College of Management plays a pivotal role in maintaining and reporting financial accounting data. This position reports to the Budget Analyst and will be responsible for the financial stewardship of foundation funds, state appropriations, university gifts, and trust funds.
The Accounting Technician position at the Office of Business Services offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the financial management and stewardship of funds within the Poole College of Management. You will be involved by performing technical accounting duties with a focus on double-entry accounting, reconciling accounts, verifying entries, and ensuring the integrity of financial functions.
This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule.
- Other duties as assigned.
High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Other Required Qualifications:- Previous experience working in an business office with responsibilities to include accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliation.
- Strong working knowledge of fundamental accounting concepts and use good judgment in organizing and setting priorities, and format of work.
- Ability to research, record, and analyze information and recommend solutions and have considerable knowledge of office practices and procedures.
- Self-starter who seeks to build consensus with the constituency, with a strong customer service focus.
- Ability to interpret policies, rules, regulations, and procedures governing financial services at NC State.
- Ability to communicate successfully in verbal and written form and provide excellent public contact and telephone skills.
- Ability to independently manage multiple tasks.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Must have the ability to work independently and collectively as a team member.
- Proficiency in PeopleSoft Financials, WOLF Reporting, and MS Office Suite, including excel.
- Ability to navigate complexities of financial administration for the University to include proficiency in the essential steps for various types of financial transactions.
- Experience working with various fund types to include state appropriations, foundation trust funds, university trust funds, and grants.
- Experience working in a university setting.
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required:No
Commercial Driver's License Required?:No
Job Open Date:05/21/2024
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.):05/27/2024
Notice to Applicants:Please note that the work history on your resume, must also be included in your application.”
Special Instructions:Please include a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references, of which at least one must be a current or recent supervisor.
Position Number:00110828
Position Type:SHRA
Position Classification Band Title:Accounting Technician
Position Classification Band Level:Journey
Position Classification Salary Range:$ 33,540 - $ 63,478
Salary Grade Equivalency:GN07
Alternate Option:If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):1.0
Appointment:12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Time Limited Position:No
Department Id:200111 - College Business Services-PCOM
AA/EEO:NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
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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