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Accountant II

Job Description

Posting Number

PG193875EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Accountant II

Anticipated Hiring Range

$68,000 - $70,776

Work Schedule

M-F 8 am - 5 pm

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Budget and Accounting

About the Department

The North Carolina State University Facilities Division ensures that the campus’s physical environment supports the university’s mission 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our diverse team of approximately 900 dedicated professionals plans for current and future needs, builds high-impact facilities, and maintains the campus. Join one of the largest and best employers in the state and help shape the future of our campus community!

As a Pack member, you can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

What we offer:

Essential Job Duties

Join us as an Accountant II within the Capital Project Management group! This vital role serves as the lead accounting and budget resource, driving financial planning, forecasting, and reconciliation for departmental operations. You’ll collaborate with various stakeholders, oversee critical processes, and play a key role in supporting university infrastructure projects.

This position also supervises and mentors Accounting Technicians, ensuring accurate and efficient handling of routine financial tasks. With opportunities to engage with state-level organizations like UNC-General Administration and the Office of State Budget and Management, you’ll leverage your expertise to manage budgets, develop financial strategies, and ensure compliance with university policies. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, grow as a financial leader, and be part of a team dedicated to excellence in university operations.

If you’re passionate about financial management, and are eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization, we encourage you to apply today and take the next step in your career!

Key Responsibilities and duties include but not limited to:

  • Independently manage and reconcile capital funding budgets, providing accurate forecasting and detailed financial planning to align with departmental goals
  • Prepare and present clear and comprehensive reports to explain budget statuses and financial performance to diverse audiences
  • Apply thorough knowledge of PeopleSoft and Interscope to manage transactions, provide training, and ensure compliance with system updates and changes
  • Regularly reconcile capital funding and departmental receipts (DCSA) accounts, producing detailed and current financial status reports
  • Conduct audits, identify discrepancies, and thoroughly research issues to develop and implement effective solutions
  • Serve as the primary approver for departmental requisitions, vouchers, and other financial actions
  • Continuously evaluate systems of financial control, recommending and implementing improvements as needed
  • Collaborate with project managers, directors, and university budget staff to compile and share financial data, ensuring clarity and accuracy
  • Plan and oversee the work of Accounting Technicians, providing ongoing training, feedback, and support to uphold departmental standards
  • Work with administrative staff on project close-out activities, record retention, and reporting for capital project management
  • Partner with Grounds and Building Services, university leadership, and external agencies to ensure alignment of budgetary processes with institutional goals

Other Responsibilities

  • Contribute to hiring processes by participating in interviews and making informed recommendations for new hires
  • Other job duties as assigned

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

  • Proficiency in general accounting principles and their practical application
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences, including stakeholders at various levels

Preferred Qualifications

  • Progressive experience with maintaining budgets, monitoring spending plans, providing budget reconciliation, forecasting, and production of reports to communicate information

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License required

No

Job Open Date

01/09/2025

Anticipated Close Date

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references. 

Position Number

00044707

Position Type

Exempt Professional Staff

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.00

Appointment

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID

447030 - Budget and Accounting

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 Equal Opportunity.

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.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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