Accounting Technician

About the role

This position provides fiscal support for the department, largely focused on assisting the faculty and staff with research and Extension grant funding. You will work with the department’s Business Service Coordinator and Student Services Coordinator, focusing on day-to-day financial and procurement operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty and staff to monitor grant funding to ensure accounts comply with sponsor guidelines and reporting schedules, and are closed out timely
• Provide financial administrative support to primary investigators (PIs), including voucher payments, journal vouchers, review of Pcard transactions, travel authorizations and reimbursements
• Analyze financial data for accuracy, resolve issues, and correct or reverse entries as needed
• Attend departmental, college, and university meetings to stay updated on financial policies and procedures
• Maintain compliance, internal controls, and proper documentation of transactions, providing them to the college Contracts and Grants post-award team as requested
• Collaborate and partner with CALS CBO

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial systems such as PeopleSoft or similar platforms
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a client-oriented and solution-focused approach
• Able to learn processes and systems quickly and be flexible to change and organizational growth

Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and VisionFlexible Spending AccountRetirement ProgramsDisability PlansLife InsuranceAccident PlanPaid Time Off and Other Leave Programs12 Holidays Each YearTuition and Academic Assistance