Accounting Technician

NCCU Public Administration; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Health Benefits

Paid Holidays

Retirement System Benefits

Job summary

NCCU Public Administration is seeking an Accounting Assistant to analyze transactions and ensure compliance with accounting standards in the Cashiers Office. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 1-2 years of accounting experience, and strong customer-service skills.

This full-time position requires the ability to work independently and effectively communicate with various stakeholders. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and several paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have 1-2 years of experience handling cash or processing transactions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze accounting and cash transactions in the Cashiers Office.
• Accurately complete Daily Activity Reports and reconcile cashier balances.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff regarding inquiries.

Skills

Working knowledge of Banner Finance or equivalent

Excellent analytical skills

Strong customer-service skills

Microsoft Excel

Written and verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

1-2 years of relevant accounting experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Position Information

Position Title: Accounting Assistant (Working Title: Accounting Technician)

Position Number: 600037

Appointment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Position Overview

North Carolina Central University (NCCU) seeks an Accounting Assistant to analyze accounting and cash transactions in the Cashiers Office. The role ensures accounting integrity, compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, and proper record maintenance.

Employee Benefits

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NC State – Health Benefits
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 11-12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount and more

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide support of the Cashiering and Student Accounting functions, treating all students, faculty, and staff in a courteous manner.
• Open and close cashiering system in accordance with procedure manual; coordinate time‑off requests to ensure coverage from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
• Accurately complete Daily Activity Reports, ensuring balance and timely preparation of adjustments and corrections.
• Reconcile end‑of‑day cashier balance accounts for transactions processed that day; save completed reports in the designated network folder.
• Work with the Cashier Office Manager to complete daily tasks and improve business processes.
• Communicate information to individuals or groups and deliver presentations suited to the audience’s characteristics and needs.
• Identify and resolve issues and concerns related to discrepancies and other inquiries in the Cashier’s office.
• Maintain technical accounting knowledge needed to report financial data, monitor and reconcile the deposit clearing account daily, and complete required reports, including month‑end analysis.
• Maintain complete and accurate financial records that support the full audit trail of each transaction, ensuring compliance with records retention requirements.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of Banner Finance or an equivalent system; records management, accounting, or collections experience.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision, demonstrating initiative and excellent analytical, organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Great interpersonal skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of individuals in a high‑pressure environment.
• Self‑starter with strong time‑management and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to manage work interruptions related to foot traffic, email inquiries, and phone calls.
• Strong customer‑service skills with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to communicate with students and public members to provide accurate information regarding student accounts and refunds.
• Capability to troubleshoot and resolve billing discrepancies and other account inquiries.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalency and one year of accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience handling cash or processing monetary transactions and reconciling with disparate financial systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

• Complete and submit an electronic application; resumes alone are not accepted.
• Veterans seeking preference must attach DD‑214; National Guard candidates must attach NG23A.
• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks and education/license verification before employment.
• North Carolina Central University participates in E‑Verify, complying with federal law to verify identity and employment eligibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it is an equal opportunity employer. NCCU is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Work Location

Fully On‑site (dedicated office at Duty Station).