Accounting Technician

Description of Work ***This is a repost - Previous applicants are still being considered and Do Not need to reapply*** The Office of Controller sets and interprets all accounting and financial reporting policies and procedures for the Department as authorized by the rules and regulations of the office of the State Controller and State statute; and executes all accounting transactions for DHHS.
This position will function as a specialized Accounting Technician within the Remittance Processing and Other Accounts Receivable Branch.
Job responsibilities include: Billing and collection activities for ten Divisions of DHHS including Central Administration.
Analyzing all payments received to ensure correct deposit information is given to the Accounting Technician daily Assists with month end balancing of the North Carolina Accounting System, Cash Management, Business Works and daily log distribution and account distribution Maintains information pertaining to the type of money being received, NCAS accounting distribution, and contact names Refers delinquent accounts to external agencies such as Wake County District Attorney, State contracted collection agencies, the Department of Justice and the Department of Revenue Debt Setoff Program Maintains cash receipts logs Serves as a technician supporting the daily depository, billing and collection processes; Assists supervisor with preparing special reports upon request Miscellaneous billing between divisions, salary overpayments and payment plan set up for outstanding debts This position requires considerable judgment and accuracy to ensure all receipts and sales are recorded in accordance with the generally accepted accounting procedures (GAAP) and GASB.
It utilizes NCAS, ACTS, Excel and Business Works software.
This position will also provide customer service/information to businesses/individuals concerning outstanding debt.
About NC Department of Health and Human Services: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals.
Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace.
We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.
About the DHHS Office of the Controller: The Office of the Controller sets and interprets all accounting and financial reporting policies and procedures for the Department as authorized by the rules and regulations of the Office of the State Controller and State Statute, and executes all accounting transactions for the Department of Health and Human Services.
Compensation & Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.
Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
Visit website for State Benefits 23-03728 CONT 60037476 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form.
Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.
Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following: Knowledge and understanding of general accounting principles and concepts Experience with balancing and reconciliations Ability to gather and report routine accounting data with accuracy and attention to detail Ability to maintain effective working relationship with government employees, agency representatives and the public Experience with the North Carolina Accounting System or an equivalent accounting system Ability to communicate (oral and written) with appropriate persons effectively to obtain information needed to perform duties.
Management Preferences: Management prefers experience with Accounts Receivable, the NCAS or extensive experience with a similar online accounting system.
Strong computer skills in mainframe emulation and MS Office (Excel, Word, etc.
) are required.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.
” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.
See oshr.
nc.
gov/experience-guide for details.
Associate's degree in Accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of accounting experience Or High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience in accounting work Or An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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