Accounting Technician [Pool]

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The primary purpose of the Student Accounting Office is to manage the collection of tuition and fees on behalf of the students. The unit's engagement in the process will enable the University to achieve its enrollment objectives and its retention and graduation efforts.

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of position is the accounts reconciliation process on monthly and annual basis. This entails running reports, reviewing, analyzing and researching data, preparing spreadsheets, preparing journal entries and cash management transfers to ensure that accounts receivable accounts are cleared properly. This position will also assist in updating and maintaining policies and procedures. This position will assist in analyzing and reconciling accounts receivable for year-end closing. Additionally, this position is to assist students in resolving billing issues. The position will analyze students’ accounts, make adjustments to student accounts, as needed and assist students in understanding their bill and balance.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• A working knowledge of Banner Finance or an equivalent system;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word and Excel) Applications;
• Knowledge of accounting and/or collections experience;
• Knowledge of analyze accounting transactions;
• Knowledge of balancing and reconciling accounts;
• Knowledge of file management and track transaction;
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently with little or no supervision;
• To take initiative to see projects and assignments through to completion;
• To learn, interpret and analyze information to make necessary decisions;
• To exercise judgment and discretion in problem solving;
• To plan, prioritize and organize workflow;
• Ability to work flexible schedules;
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills along with written and oral communication skills, excellent editing;
• Great interpersonal skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of individuals in a high pressure environment.

Minimum Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work;
• Or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Pre-Employment Requirement

• You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered.
• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form.
• Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
• North Carolina Central 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University’s internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.