Accountant II

University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Greensboro (NC); Presencial; USD 67.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UNCG seeks an Accountant II to lead the University’s accounting and reporting for contracts and grants in accordance with GASB. The position reports to the Assistant Controller for Financial Reporting and supports the Post Award Services (PAS) and DORE teams.

Responsibilities include preparing the Fiscal Operations Report and Application to Participate (FISAP), the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA), and the annual F&A rate proposal; assisting with internal and external audits;

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree with 12 accounting credits, or Associate’s degree with 12 accounting credits, or equivalent training/experience.
• All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Experience with GASB and financial reporting in contracts and grants.

Responsabilidades

• Responsible for managing the University’s accounting and reporting related to grants and contracts following generally accepted accounting principles in accordance with GASB standards.
• Serves as primary liaison for the annual Single Audit. This includes the reporting package for the Schedule of Expenditures from Federal Awards (SEFA) to the NC Office of the State Controller annually.
• Prepare Fiscal Operations Report and Application to Participate (FISAP) related to Perkins and Institutional Loans, Contracts and Grants.
• Play an integral role in the F&A rate proposal with Post Award Services (PAS) team.
• Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits, facilitating the provision of necessary documentation.
• Develop, enhance, document, and maintain the series of programs and steps that encompass the 13th month dual chart process.

Conocimientos

GASB standards

OMB Uniform Guidance

Financial reporting

Grants accounting

Educación

Bachelor’s degree with 12 accounting credits

Associate’s degree in accounting

Associate’s degree in business

Herramientas

Power BI

Tableau

Banner by Ellucian

Descripción del empleo

Position Number:

997915

Functional Title:

Accountant II

Position Type:

Staff

Position Eclass:

EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning

University Information:

Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:

The Controller’s Office, part of the Division of Finance and Administration, is responsible for processing all University disbursements, general ledger accounting, construction accounting, cash management, and fixed assets. The unit is responsible for the disbursement of all University funds (payroll and accounts payable) in accordance with University and state policies and procedures. This unit is also responsible for a myriad of financial reporting to federal and state agencies, including W-2 information, 941 information, and 1099information. This unit is actively involved in the implementation of new administrative systems including; problem resolution, training, report writing, and data conversion. The areas within this unit are: Payroll, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Foundation Finance, Cashiers and Student Accounts, and Financial Accounting.

Position Summary:

The Accountant II position reports to the Assistant Controller for Financial Reporting and is responsible for leading the University’s accounting and reporting related to contracts and grants in accordance with GASB. A basic understanding of the federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations and other guidance to ensure compliance is required. This position will serve as the primary preparer of the Fiscal Operations Report and Application to Participate (FISAP) reporting and the University’s facilities and administrative (F&A) rate proposal, Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA), and annual Single Audit. This position will assist with supporting the Post Award Services (PAS) and DORE team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate’s degree in accounting; or Associate’s degree in business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education or public accounting environment.
• Master’s degree
• Experience with visualization software such as Power BI or Tableau
• Strong proficiency with ERP systems, preferably Banner by Ellucian

Recruitment Range:

$67,000-$76,220

Org #-Department:

Office of the Controller - 56202

Job Open Date:

11/09/2026

Job Close Date:

11/23/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

FTE:

1.000

Type of Appointment:

Permanent

Number of Months per Year:

12

FLSA:

Exempt

Percentage Of Time:

30%

Key Responsibility:

Accounting and Financial Reporting

Essential Tasks:

• Responsible for managing the University’s accounting and reporting related to grants and contracts following generally accepted accounting principles in accordance with GASB standards.
• Serves as primary liaison for the annual Single Audit. This includes the reporting package for the Schedule of Expenditures from Federal Awards (SEFA) to the NC Office of the State Controller annually.
• Prepare Fiscal Operations Report and Application to Participate (FISAP) related to Perkins and Institutional Loans, Contracts and Grants.
• Play an integral role in the F&A rate proposal with Post Award Services (PAS) team.
• Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits, facilitating the provision of necessary documentation.
• Develop, enhance, document, and maintain the series of programs and steps that encompass the 13th month dual chart process.

Percentage Of Time:

20%

Key Responsibility:

Knowledge and Technical Expertise

Essential Tasks:

• Basic knowledge and understanding of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Uniform Administrative Requirements (Uniform Guidance).
• Considerable knowledge of government accounting methods, procedures, and accounting practices needed to perform the work.
• Experience with variety of technology, financial systems, and software to create and maintain data.

Percentage Of Time:

20%

Key Responsibility:

Cross-trained support for Cash Management operations

Essential Tasks:

• Cross-train to provide backup coverage for funding transfers for payroll and accounts payable disbursing accounts.
• Assist with cash receipts, disbursements, transfers, and electronic warrants in NCFS and Core Banking, including payroll-related payments and receipts from other state agencies.
• Prepare or review related Banner Finance journal vouchers and maintain supporting cash and budget-code schedules, including capital budget codes.
• Assist with monthly reconciliation of assigned Banner Finance activity to NCFS and other state records; research differences and elevate unresolved items.
• Support accurate financial data and reporting in accordance with University and State cash management and accounting.

Percentage Of Time:

25%

Key Responsibility:

Financial Monitoring and Management

Essential Tasks:

• Manage a variety of transactions which may require considerable financial knowledge.
• Monitor and manage financial accounts for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Assist with preparing reporting of complex financial areas, including preparation and analysis of financial statements and reports.
• Coordinate with the Post Award Services (PAS) team to ensure alignment and efficacy.

Percentage Of Time:

5%

Key Responsibility:

Other Duties as Assigned

Essential Tasks:

• Members of the Financial Reporting team are expected to participate in cross‑training and develop a working knowledge of related functions to support continuity during absences, peak reporting periods, and transitions. As directed by their supervisor, they may assist with related accounting, reconciliation, reporting, and audit activities consistent with their training, authorized system access, and established review and segregation‑of‑duties controls.

Physical Effort:

Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Hand Movement-Grasping - O, Holding - O, Finger Dexterity - F, Reading - F, Writing - F, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - F, Hearing - F, Talking - O, Sitting - F, Walking - R, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - R

Work Environment:

Inside - C, Overtime - R