Accountant 1

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

exclusive perks

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an Accountant 1 to manage and monitor financial activities across multiple centers and core facilities within the School of Medicine Finance and Research Service Center. The role supports budget planning and develops financial reports for PIs and Directors.

Required to handle complex funding sources, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide timely guidance on financial matters.

Qualifications

• Must manage multiple shifting priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication to present financial information.
• Ability to independently prepare, disseminate, and interpret financial reports.
• Four year degree in accounting or finance; experience with PeopleSoft.
• Knowledge of accounting policies for contracts, grants, foundations, and overhead.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor financial activities across centers and core facilities.
• Assist in budget planning and development of financial reports.
• Provide financial guidance to Principal Investigators and Center Directors.
• Ensure deadlines are met and accounts are audited for compliance.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Communication skills

PeopleSoft

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

Posting Information

• Department: Med Ad - Finance Service Ctr-420109
• Career Area: Accounting/Finance/Auditing
• Posting Open Date: 08/25/2026
• Application Deadline: 09/08/2026
• Open Until Filled: No
• Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
• Working Title: Accountant 1
• Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty
• Position Number: 20053313; 20052867; 20038539; 20071115; 20071116
• Vacancy ID: NF0009976
• Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent
• FTE: 1
• Hours per week: 40
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range: $60,000 - $70,000
• Proposed Start Date: 09/28/2026

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

The Accountant 1 position is responsible for managing and monitoring financial activities in multiple Centers and Core Facilities that are part of the School of Medicine Finance and Research Service Center. Fund types managed include grants, contracts, trusts, trials, gifts, Medical Foundation, overhead and state funds. The range of duties includes, but is not limited to, project/program administration, organizing and planning research operations, communication with internal and external customers. This position serves and provides guidance to recognize long term projection and goals for Center Principal Investigators and Core Directors. The position is fully involved in the budget planning process and development of financial report and billings. This position is responsible for meeting deadlines, auditing accounts to ensure agency compliance and for locating and analyzing all available funding resources to provide financial guidance to PIs and Directors.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Entry-level with Masters; or Bachelors and 0-2 yrs experience

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Must have the demonstrated ability to manage multiple shifting priorities while meeting and exceeding deadlines.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate and present financial information to Principal Investigators.
• Must have the ability to independently prepare, disseminate, and interpret financial reports.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Four year degree in accounting or finance. Experience with PeopleSoft.
• Knowledge of and experience with accounting policies and procedures in regards to all types of accounting including but not limited to: contracts and grants, foundations, state and overhead accounts.
• Knowledge of funding program specifics and accounting principles and their application to cost, governmental accounting, and non-governmental accounting. Experience with post-award grant accounting, with the ability to identify substantive issues, and thoroughly and accurately research and analyze them in order to anticipate budgetary adjustments.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/324368

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title: Alyssa Boschetti - HR Consultant

Department Contact Telephone or Email: [e-mail]

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail] Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.