Accountant II

UNCG

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 67,000 - 76,000

Full time

20 hours ago

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Job summary

UNC Greensboro is seeking an Accountant II to lead the University’s accounting and reporting for contracts and grants in accordance with GASB. You will serve as the primary liaison for the annual Single Audit and prepare FISAP, SEFA, and the F&A rate proposal.

You will support the PAS and DORE teams and participate in audits. This role requires a Bachelor's degree with accounting coursework (or equivalent) and experience in government accounting concepts.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Associate’s degree in accounting or in business with 12 accounting credits.
Experience in higher education or public accounting environment; strong ERP skills.

Responsibilities

Manage accounting and reporting for contracts and grants following GASB standards.
Serve as primary liaison for the annual Single Audit and SEFA reporting.
Prepare FISAP and the F&A rate proposal; support PAS and DORE teams.
Contribute to internal and external audits with documentation and analysis.
Maintain and improve processes for 13th month dual chart workflows.

Skills

GASB knowledge

OMB Uniform Guidance

Audit coordination

Higher education experience

Education

Bachelor's degree with 12 accounting credits

Associate’s degree in accounting

Associate’s degree in business with accounting

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Banner by Ellucian

Job description

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.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates

Preferred Qualifications

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

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range $67,000-$76,220

Org #-Department

Org #-Department Office of the Controller - 56202

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 11/09/2026

For Best Consideration Date

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 11/23/2026

Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled No

FTE

FTE 1.000

Type of Appointment

Type of Appointment Permanent

If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.

Number of Months per Year

Number of Months per Year 12

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Key Responsibilities

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Percentage Of Time

Percentage Of Time 30%

Key Responsibility

Accounting and Financial Reporting

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

Percentage Of Time 20%

Key Responsibility

Knowledge and Technical Expertise

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

Percentage Of Time 20%

Key Responsibility

Cross-trained support for Cash Management operations

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

Percentage Of Time 25%

Key Responsibility

Financial Monitoring and Management

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

Percentage Of Time 5%

Key Responsibility

Other Duties as Assigned

Members of the Financial Reporting team are expected to participate in cross-train—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.

ADA Checklist

R for Rare (0-30%), O for Occasional (30-60%), F for Frequent (60-90%), C for Constant (90-100%).

Physical Effort

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

Required Documents