Accountant, Senior

North Carolina Community College System; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) seeks a Senior Accountant to oversee accounting and financial functions across multiple campuses, reporting to the Director, Accounting & Reporting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field with extensive experience in general ledger, month-end close, audits, internal controls, budgeting, and supervision of departments within the Business & Finance Division. Higher education experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with concentration in accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial functions across multiple campuses.
• Assist in development of budgets and cash forecasts. Monitor financial transactions and internal controls.
• Recruit, train and mentor employees in the Business & Finance Division; apply judgment with limited supervision.

Skills

Senior accounting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business/Finance, or related field with a concentration in Accounting

Job description

$77,811.75 to Mid salary $87,538.22 - We offer a competitive salary package that will be determined based on the candidate's experience level and qualifications related to the job. Compensation will be commensurate with your level of experience.

Yes

Job Category

Professional

Application Period

Opens:

Closes: 10/17/2026

Employment Type

Full-time Regular

Minimum Qualifications

Education Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business/Finance, or related field with a concentration in Accounting.

Experience Required

• Minimum ten years of experience in a high-level finance or accounting position to include monthly and annual closings, audits, and supervision of specific departments within Business & Finance Division; i.e., accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing, general expense, payroll, etc.
• Senior level accounting experience and expertise in finance budgeting, accounts receivable/billing, accounts payable, purchasing, payroll, and student accounts.
• Strong internal control and policy implementation experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Education Preferred

• MBA and/or CPA designation preferred.

Experience Preferred

• Minimum five years in a high-level supervisory role preferred.
• Experience in fund accounting preferred.
• Higher education experience strongly preferred
• Experience working with IT on systems integration issues preferred.

Position Description

At Guilford Technical Community College ( GTCC ), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative individuals to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC , you’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.

The Senior Accountantposition requires an individual with experience as a senior level accounting professional with strong consideration given to candidates with higher education experience and expertise. Position reports to the Director, Accounting & Reporting in providing oversight and hands‑on engagement for all accounting and financial functions in a multi campus environment.

The person in this position provides support in the management of college financial planning and ensures college accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles. Responsibilities include controlling a significant sequence of Business Office activities. Help develop detailed college budgets and cash forecasts; review and monitor financial transactions; help establish and monitor internal controls over all business functions. Assist in recruiting, training, and mentoring employees in the Business & Finance Division. Individual must be capable of making independent decisions relevant to job assignments, including applying skills and knowledge to unusual circumstances with little direct supervision. Individual must exercise good judgment in identifying decisions to be referred for senior management approval.