Accountant II

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh seeks an Accountant II to lead accounting and budgeting for departmental operations, driving financial planning, forecasting, and reconciliation for capital projects. You will supervise Accounting Technicians, collaborate with project managers and budget staff, and ensure compliance with university policies while supporting capital infrastructure initiatives.

This role offers opportunities to grow as a financial leader and to engage with state-level organizations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Experience with university accounting systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting and budgeting for departmental operations, driving forecasting and planning.
• Supervise Accounting Technicians and ensure accurate routine financial tasks.
• Reconcile capital funding budgets and provide current financial status reports.
• Prepare and present clear budget and financial performance reports.
• Utilize PeopleSoft and Interscope to process transactions and ensure updates.
• Act as primary approver for departmental requisitions, vouchers, and financial actions.
• Collaborate with project managers and budget staff to share accurate financial data.
• Oversee project close-out activities and records retention for capital projects.

Skills

Budgeting & Forecasting

Financial reporting

PeopleSoft

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

Interscope

Excel

Job description

Join us as an Accountant II within the Capital Project Management group! This vital role serves as the lead accounting and budget resource, driving financial planning, forecasting, and reconciliation for departmental operations. You’ll collaborate with various stakeholders, oversee critical processes, and play a key role in supporting university infrastructure projects.

This position also supervises and mentors Accounting Technicians, ensuring accurate and efficient handling of routine financial tasks. With opportunities to engage with state-level organizations like UNC-General Administration and the Office of State Budget and Management, you’ll leverage your expertise to manage budgets, develop financial strategies, and ensure compliance with university policies. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, grow as a financial leader, and be part of a team dedicated to excellence in university operations.

Key Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Independently manage and reconcile capital funding budgets, providing accurate forecasting and detailed financial planning to align with departmental goals
• Prepare and present clear and comprehensive reports to explain budget statuses and financial performance to varied audiences
• Apply thorough knowledge of PeopleSoft and Interscope to manage transactions, provide training, and ensure compliance with system updates and changes
• Regularly reconcile capital funding and departmental receipts (DCSA) accounts, producing detailed and current financial status reports
• Conduct audits, identify discrepancies, and thoroughly research issues to develop and implement effective solutions
• Serve as the primary approver for departmental requisitions, vouchers, and other financial actions
• Continuously evaluate systems of financial control, recommending and implementing improvements as needed
• Collaborate with project managers, directors, and university budget staff to compile and share financial data, ensuring clarity and accuracy
• Plan and oversee the work of Accounting Technicians, providing ongoing training, feedback, and support to uphold departmental standards
• Work with administrative staff on project close-out activities, record retention, and reporting for capital project management
• Partner with Grounds and Building Services, university leadership, and external agencies to ensure alignment of budgetary processes with institutional goals