Accounting Technician

Posting Details Position Information Position/Classification Title Accounting Technician Working Title Accounting Technician Competency Level Advanced Position Number 100668 Salary Grade Equivalent GN09/67 FLSA Non-Exempt Appointment Type Permanent - Full Time FTE 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months If time limited, duration date Department Hiring Range $38,888 - $45,000 EEO-1 Category Professionals SOC Code 43-3031 - Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks Position Overview Primary Function of Organizational Unit Comptroller’s Unit (CU) is an accounting organization that performs detailed analysis and compiles the financial statements for internal and external reporting purposes.
Specifically, this department performs accounting functions and activities of the University in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, specifically, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
Additionally, there is adherence to University policies and guidelines as well as sound business practices.
Primary Purpose of Position The primary purpose of this position is to provide Cash Management services for NC Central University.
These services include monitoring cash receipt and disbursement processes for adherence to cash control standards, managing allotments and requisitions for State operating funds, performing daily reconciliations for cash transactions, performing monthly reconciliations of University bank accounts, processing and recording wire transfers of funds for receipts and disbursements.
Other cash management services include administering imprest bank accounts and cash funds, recording certain receipt and disbursement transactions, administering stop payment orders and reissues for checks.
The Accounting Technician works with the NC Department of State Treasurer and the NC Office of the State Controller (OSC) on banking and other cash management services.
The Accounting Technician also works with vendors, staff, faculty, & students in assisting the location, status, mailing, & releasing of check payments.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Minimum Education/Experience High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation N/A Equal Opportunity Employer North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Work Hours Monday - Friday 8-5 Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies No Campus Security Authority Designated Position No Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies Required Competency Knowledge - Professional Duties Full knowledge of professional fiscal theory, techniques, practices, and procedures.
Full knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and skill in applying this knowledge.
Full knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and statutes governing the area of work.
Knowledge of applicable information technology to independently perform work.
Ability to ensure integrity of information systems, internal controls, and data.
Ability to recommend modifications as required.
Ability to apply updated information technology to facilitate program goals and procedures.
Working knowledge of state government’s human resources policies and procedures.
Basic knowledge of strategic planning methodologies and practices.
Required Competency Technical Knowledge Duties The position is responsible for cash management in terms of current availability and projected needs to ensure cash availability to fund gross payroll and benefits, accounts payable, student refunds, capital project expenses, and general expense requirements.
This position must be knowledgeable of various dates that impact cash flows and accurately project University cash needs.
The position reconciles general ledger cash balances with the Cash Management Control System and/or North Carolina Financial System (owned by the NC Office of State Controller).
The position also works closely with the Bank Reconciliation Accountant to resolve errors and timing differences on a timely basis.
The position reviews and identifies discrepancies between deposits and certifications in the NC Department of State Treasurer’s Core Banking System, This procedure is essential to the bank reconciliation process and cash management function and underlying accounting.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel & Adobe Acrobat Reader is preferred.
Required Competency Customer Service/Communication Duties This position is responsible for the monthly cash close schedule for the University.
This position is also responsible for reconciling monthly state funds cash by budget code to the NCFS system.
Reports must be balanced, monies must be transferred to/from appropriate funding sources, and transaction processing errors must be researched and corrected before the month end close processes can be initiated.
Many of these processes involve other campus departments.
All of the balancing and error corrections are performed and resolved under considerable time constraints and deadlines.
This position will also be in contact with vendors, students, parents, staff, faculty, & other customers to inquire about the status of outgoing funds.
For this reason the selected applicant must have the ability to communicate in a professional, courteous, & empathic manner.
Required Competency Program Planning, Organizing, and Management Duties The position must be aware of and review many types of transactions processed by such as incoming and outgoing, Wires and North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) transactions, allocation and transfer of certain student fees collected, dual employment transfers, and worker’s compensation transfers.
Other Duties Assigned: From time to time the position is asked to perform other duties and/or to cross train for other duties.
Posting Detail Information Posting Number SPA01319P Open Date 02/29/2024 Close Date 03/10/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents Other Document DD-214 (Veterans Only)