Accountant I - Temporary

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of State Human Resources in Raleigh, NC is seeking an Accountant I (S) for a temporary assignment. The role covers P-Card reconciliation, fixed assets, OSA audit engagement, NCFS reporting, and cash management within the agency.

Candidates should have a relevant degree and related experience as described in the job posting. Temporary employees may be eligible for health benefits under the High Deductible Health Plan and are limited to one temporary assignment at a time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline with 18 semester hours of accounting.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• P-Card reconciliation, fixed asset, OSA audit engagement, NCFS reporting.
• Cash management and reconciliation for agencies; other projects as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree with 18 accounting hours

Job description

Agency

Office of State Human Resources

Division

Temporary Solutions

Job Classification Title

Accountant I (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC13

About Us

To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset - OUR EMPLOYEES.

Description of Work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org.

Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.

Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.

This temporary position is located at 413 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh - Wake County, with Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $30.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).

Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

Job duties include but may not be limited to:

Position will cover P-Card Reconciliation, Fixed Asset, OSA Audit Engagement, NCFS Reporting, Agencies Cash Management and Reconciliation and other projects as assigned.

This position is needed to cover the vacancies of the Accountant I and Accountant Tech II Financial Services positions.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in accounting, or a degree in business administration, finance or public administration or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution with 18 semester hours of accounting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.