Accountant III CARS/Program Ben Subsystems

Health & Human Services; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work eligibility

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) seeks an Accountant III Supervisor in the Office of the Controller to lead the AFM-Subsystems Unit. You will oversee funding tracking and reporting from federal, state, and local sources, and help shape accounting policies.

This role requires strong experience in accounts payable, financial documentation review, and preparing financial statements; hybrid work with onsite reporting in Raleigh.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with 18 accounting credits.
• Minimum four years of professional accounting or auditing experience.
• Experience with government or public-sector financial reporting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the AFM-Subsystems Unit within DHHS Office of the Controller.
• Develop and enforce accounting policies for funding from federal, state and local sources.
• Coordinate data exchange with NCFS and other DHHS systems for payments and reimbursements.

Skills

accounts payable

financial documentation

invoices data entry

financial statements

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division SEC OFFICE - CONTROLLER Job Classification Title Accountant III (NS) Position Number 60037644 Grade NC15

About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The primary purpose of this position is to function as the Subsystem Unit Accountant III Supervisor within the DHHS Office of the Controller AFM-Subsystems Unit. This position reports to and assists the Branch Head in developing and carrying out departmental accounting and financial reporting policies and procedures associated with funding of local and state government agencies entities that receive state and federal funding.

The responsibilities include overseeing the tracking and reporting of numerous funding sources with multiple combinations of federal, state and local funding, all with unique requirements and federal guidelines as to allow-ability and timeliness of expenditures. The position is responsible for ensuring that proper accounting is designed and implemented in numerous subsystems that directly interface with the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS). These subsystems monitor, and record the distribution of benefits, compute cost allocation and determine reimburse of federal and state shares of expenditures submitted from public, private and county agencies.

This position must work with many DHHS automated system to both provide and receive data to assist with daily operations of functional units for payments and reimbursements. The responsibilities of this position cross multiple divisions and offices both within and outside of the Department.

The Accountant III Supervisor has the responsibility for managing and coordinating direct unit staff activities and assignments. This position may also, be called upon to represent the Branch Head at various meetings and conferences attended by the DHHS divisions, and other State agencies.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $55,221.00 - $96,639.00 Recruitment Range: $62,096.00 - $91,803.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented experience with accounts payable.
• Demonstrated experience with inspection/review of financial documentation.
• Proven experience with invoices data entry.
• Proven experience with evaluating financial statements/ reports.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds. This Role Is Eligible To Be Hybrid And Requires Onsite Reporting Located Within Raleigh, NC

About the Office of the Secretary

The Office of the Secretary serves as the executive leadership arm of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), guiding the Department’s mission to improve the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians. Through strategic oversight and collaborative leadership, the Secretary’s Office supports the effective coordination of over a dozen core divisions, ensuring that agency-wide priorities are aligned, resources are used responsibly, and services are delivered with equity and impact.

About DHHS Office of the Controller

The Office of the Controller sets and interprets all accounting and financial reporting policies and procedures for the Department as authorized by the rules and regulations of the Office of the State Controller and state statutes and executes all accounting transactions for DHHS.

Compensation and Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits.

Supplemental Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in accounting, or a degree in business administration, finance, public administration, or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution with 18 semester hours of accounting coursework; and four years of professional accounting/auditing experience in the preparation of interpretive or analytical accounting, financial statements and reports OR An equivalent combination of education and experience

EEO Statement

The 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.

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast.

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.