Accountant I

Posting Information Posting Number PG193218EP Internal Recruitment No Working Title Accountant I Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with experience Work Schedule Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Job Location Raleigh, NC Department Wilson College of Textiles About the Department For more than 120 years, the Wilson College of Textiles has developed a reputation for exceptional education, innovative research and productive industry partnerships.
While we take pride in that legacy, we continue to set higher standards and new goals.
That means establishing sustainability as the foundation of everything we do.
It means updating the cutting edge technology used in our state-of-the-art labs and studios.
It means a commitment to diversity and inclusion in our culture and equity in the opportunities we provide.
Put simply, it means using our textiles expertise to improve quality of life for everyone.
We produce leaders who make a difference both at home in North Carolina and across the world.
Students land top jobs in manufacturing, fashion, athletics, research, medicine, academia and more.
Our faculty count the CDC, DOD and the NSF as regular research partners.
The Wilson College provides both the community feel of a small college and the resources of NC State University, a leading land-grant public research institution and recognized as one of the best employers in the state.
Not to mention, it’s located in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, which U.
S.
News and World Report named the third best American city to live in.
At NC State, our employee value proposition aims to create an ecosystem of meaningful work opportunities that align with Wolfpack 2030: Powering the Extraordinary, NC State’s strategic plan.
We strive to provide an accepting and dynamic culture, opportunities for personal growth and professional development, and programs to support your busy life.
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If you’re a world-class applicant with a passion for higher education and a commitment to affecting positive change locally and globally, apply to become a part of our hyper-collaborative Wolfpack where everyone belongs.
Essential Job Duties The primary purpose of this position is to support the processing of financial transactions in the Wilson College of Textiles’ Business Office, as well as manage the day-to-day operations of financial activities in the Textile Protection and Comfort Center (TPACC).
This is a shared position between the Wilson College of Textiles’ Business Office and the TPACC.
Reporting directly to the Assistant Dean of Finance for the college with a dotted line to the Director of Operations in TPACC, the person in this position will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing many aspects of financial transaction processing and reporting.
TPACC Maintain and monitor financial records and accounts within TPACC for all fund sources; Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for TPACC as directed.
Service Agreements.
Coordinate all aspects of processing TPACC service agreements (SOF/TSA/FSA) including: generate service agreement forms, work with legal for changes, coordinate signatures, invoicing clients, monitor all agreements/use rates/billings, and maintain financial records .
Ensure compliance with university, state, and federal rules and regulations.
Purchasing.
Oversee the reconciliation and approval of TPACC PCard statements; Manage TPACC purchase orders over $5k and vouchers; Ensure timely approval and compliance with all university procurement/spend rules and requirements.
Research.
Generate independent contractor agreements, invoice research projects for associated lab use of equipment and staff via internal IDT system or advise if there is a need for salary distribution changes for staff effort on projects.
Assist the research office with documentation required for TPACC-related proposal submissions such as budget, budget justifications, and other supplementary documentation, as well as, with processing of project extensions and closeouts.
Business Office Serve as the point person in the Business Office for processing all transactions related to travel, including authorizations and reimbursements; Maintain expertise in university and college rules, regulations, and procedures related to travel; Provide guidance to faculty and staff within the college as needed to ensure efficient processing and compliance.
Serve as a PCard Reconciler for assigned units and back-up for various units as needed.
Support the Business Office in processing/approving various college-wide financial transactions, such as journals, vouchers, or purchasing.
Support the Business Office in processing internal/external billing for the college.
Support the Business Office in establishing, monitoring, and renewing service center use rates.
Assist in quarterly review and year-end close in compliance with university rules and regulations.
TPACC and Business Office Prepare reports as appropriate to meet University, state, and sponsor requirements.
Identify and resolve problems or issues related to systems, processes, data, reporting, etc.
Perform related work as required including but not limited to special projects as required in support of the Business Office and TPACC operations.
Work with the Business Office and TPACC administration to document and maintain financial processing guidelines and policies.
Other Responsibilities Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience 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.
Other Required Qualifications Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive working relationships with coworkers.
Proficient in Microsoft or Google Workplace applications (word/doc, excel/sheets, etc.
).
Considerable knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
Considerable knowledge of governmental accounting methods, procedures and financial practices.
Ability to interpret and apply common to moderately complex Federal and State fiscal regulations.
Ability to analyze and correct financial problems and accounting errors.
Ability to make minor adjustments to the accounting system and procedures.
Ability to prepare interpretive or analytical Accounting or financial reports.
Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of experience working in finance/accounting.
Experience working in higher education administration.
Experience working with sponsored programs or industry partners.
Required License(s) or Certification(s) N/A Valid NC Driver's License required No Commercial Driver's License required No Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions Job Open Date 02/14/2024 Anticipated Close Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants Please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three(3) professional references.
Position Details Position Number 00046394 Position Type EHRA Non-Faculty Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.
0 = 40 hours/week) 1.
0 Appointment 12 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies Department ID 180101 - College of Textiles - Dean's Office AA/EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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