Job Information
North Carolina Central University Accounting Technician in Durham, North Carolina
Posting Details
Position Information
Position/Classification Title Accounting Technician
Working Title Accounting Technician
Competency Level Journey
Position Number 110726
Salary Grade Equivalent
FLSA Non-Exempt
Appointment Type Permanent - Full Time
FTE 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date
Department Hiring Range $33,540 - $41,600
EEO-1 Category Technicians
SOC Code 43-3031 - Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
Position Overview
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The primary purpose of the Accounts Payable Unit is to assure that vendor invoices are paid in a timely manner to maintain the University’s fiscal integrity and process improvement efforts as well as maintain, analyze, and report university expenditure data.
Primary Purpose of Position
The primary purpose of the position is to perform the duties of an Accounts Payable Clerk in the University’s Accounts Payable Office. Position will provide leadership and assist the supervisor with the daily operations of the Accounts Payable Office; audit keyed invoices for accuracy, purchase order compliance, and system mapping; enter a minimum of sixty (60) invoices per day into Eagles’ Purch system; reconcile the University Holding account,; assist with training team and campus departments; and research accounts payable transactions for discrepancies, payment status, etc. requested by vendors and/or campus department inquiries.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The successful candidate must possess a working knowledge of Banner Finance or an equivalent system; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and PowerPoint) Applications; knowledge of accounts payable practices and principles; knowledge of analyze accounting transactions; 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 skills; 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.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
N/A
Equal Opportunity Employer
North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Work Hours Monday - Friday 8am - 5 pm
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies No
Campus Security Authority Designated Position No
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Required Competency Communication
Duties
Ability to communicate financial information to individuals or groups and deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience. Ability to clearly and concisely convey information orally or in writing to individuals or groups to ensure that they understand the information and the message. More specifically, possess the ability to convey information to the Accounts Payable Office’s internal and external customers in a clear and understood manner in a verbal and written communication form. Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others.
Required Competency Problem Solving
Duties
Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to identify and resolve issues and concerns in an effort to produce impressive and favorable results to the Accounts Payable Office’s internal and external customers.
Required Competency Financial Program Monitoring and Management
Duties
Ability to observe monitor, collect, and record fiscal data. Ability to assess the accuracy, validity, and integrity of data. Ability to coordinate and administer fiscal program activities and protocols. Ability to manage resources, monitor activities, and assess risks and quality control associated with the program. Specifically, the ability to prepare documentation and create financial reports. Possess a thorough knowledge of the functionality of the Accounts Payable Office as well as how the Office is intricately linked with the remaining units of the Comptroller Department and the University in its fiscal operations.
Required Competency Knowledge - Technical
Duties
The position requires sufficient knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including the maintenance and reporting of financial accounting data and the ability to remain current in developments and trends in the area of Accounts Payable, financial systems, and software packages tocreate, analyze, and maintain data; this includes the ability to develop
formulas for moderately complex spreadsheets. The position uses knowledge of a variety of technology. For example, the Accounts Payable Unit has recently acquired a new system that will be rolled out to the university.
Required Competency Leading Work Teams
Duties
The position requires the ability to establish expectations and clear direction to meet goals and objectives of on-going work for Accounts Payable team and the ability to motivate and engage AP team through effective communication under the direction of the AP supervisor.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number SPA01363P
Open Date 07/02/2024
Close Date 07/09/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume/CV
List of References
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
DD-214 (Veterans Only)
NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
Supplemental Questions
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