Accountant I

North Carolina A&T State University; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Life insurance

12 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University seeks an Accountant in the Treasurer’s Office to handle professional accounting, reconciliation, and financial reporting related to student accounts, receivables, cashiering, and university revenue.

You will review transactions, reconcile accounts, research discrepancies, and prepare entries while ensuring GAAP compliance and internal controls. Collaboration with campus partners is essential to maintain accurate financial records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent combination.
• Minimum 18 accounting hours; GAAP knowledge and internal controls.
• 2+ years of professional accounting experience; higher education experience preferred.
• Experience with Banner, TouchNet, or similar financial systems; strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional accounting, reconciliation, analysis, and financial reporting for student accounts, receivables, cashiering, and University revenues.
• Review and analyze financial transactions, reconcile accounts and subsidiary systems, research discrepancies, prepare accounting entries and reports.
• Support accuracy and integrity of financial records; apply GAAP and UNC system policies; collaborate with campus partners on financial issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reconciliation

Communication

Problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

18 semester hours of accounting coursework

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Banner

TouchNet

Microsoft Excel

Job description

North Carolina A&T State 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. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative Action Employer.

No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Classification Information

Classification Type

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The Accountant in the Treasurer’s Office performs professional accounting, reconciliation, analysis, and financial reporting functions related to student accounts, receivables, cashiering, and University revenue. The position is responsible for reviewing and analyzing financial transactions, reconciling accounts and subsidiary systems, researching and resolving discrepancies, preparing accounting entries and reports, and supporting the accuracy and integrity of financial records. The Accountant applies generally accepted accounting principles ( GAAP ), University and UNC System policies, and established internal controls in the performance of assigned responsibilities.

The position also provides accounting and operational support for student account activities and works collaboratively with campus partners to research and resolve financial issues.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The North Carolina A&T State University Treasurer’s Office is responsible for the administration and oversight of student accounts receivable, billing and payment processing, cashiering, University cash receipts, refunds, collections, and related financial operations. The office supports the accurate and timely recording, reconciliation, and safeguarding of University funds while maintaining appropriate internal controls and compliance with University, UNC System, state, and federal requirements. The Treasurer’s Office works collaboratively with campus departments to support financial operations and provides direct service to students, parents, employees, and other University stakeholders.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; or a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field with a minimum of 18 semester hours of accounting coursework; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional accounting experience.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Two or more years of professional accounting or financial experience, preferably in higher education. Experience with Banner, TouchNet, or similar financial systems and proficiency in Microsoft Excel preferred. Strong analytical, reconciliation, problem-solving, customer service, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple financial functions and competing deadlines.

Required License or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title

Position Number

Position Number 000110

Recruitment Salary Range

Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track No

FTE

Organizational Division

Organizational Location

Organizational Location VC for Business & Finance

Organizational Unit

Organizational Unit Treasurer's Office

Posting Number

Posting Number EPA3209

Open Date

Open Date 09/03/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled 09/18/2026

Open Until Filled No

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position Available

Date Position Available 09/03/2026

Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

Work Arrangement

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Equal Opportunity Statement

No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Contact

Contact Division of Human Resources
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