Travel Specialist
About the role
This position operates under the Business Services Unit. Business Services centrally processes financial transactions for the College’s twelve academic departments, 101 County Extensions Service offices across the state, the NC Agricultural Research Services (NCARS) Office and its eighteen agricultural research stations, as well as, the NC Agricultural and Tobacco Foundations.
The primary purpose of this position is to review and approve travel authorizations and travel reimbursements with the Travel unit within Business Services. The position will monitor work and workflow, assist with resolving queries for CALS departments and administrative and support units in the college for state and federal appropriations, sponsored programs, sales and service, gifts, foundations and trust funds related to travel needs.
Responsibilities
- Review and approve travel authorizations and travel reimbursements with the Travel unit within Business Services.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with state and federal spending guidelines.
- Assist with resolving queries for CALS departments and administrative and support units in the college for travel-related matters.
- Monitor work and workflow, ensuring timely processing of travel requests.
- Manage travel reimbursement inquiries and ensure proper documentation and approval processes are followed.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel (or similar software).
- Demonstrated knowledge in compliance management for contracts and grants, knowledge of state and federal spending guidelines and gifts and foundations accounting.
- PeopleSoft Financials including WOLF Reports.
- Prior management experience, especially managing varied teams, is desired.
- Ability to make sound decisions and manage time and workflow.
Benefits
Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.