Accounting Technician

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

North Carolina State University in Raleigh is hiring an Accounting Technician to support fiscal and payroll functions. You will process and reconcile financial transactions while ensuring compliance with university guidelines. Key responsibilities include monitoring division budgets, auditing payroll transactions, and compiling financial data. The role requires at least a High School Diploma and a year of accounting experience. Benefits include medical and dental coverage, a flexible spending account, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of accounting work experience.
• Experience with financial transaction processes.
• Ability to analyze budgets and financial data.

Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile financial transactions.
• Audit payroll and financial transactions.
• Monitor and analyze division budgets.
• Compile financial data using reporting tools.

Skills

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles

Experience in financial transactions reconciliation

Strong organizational skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Excellent communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Tools

PeopleSoft

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Job Title

Accounting Technician

Location

Raleigh, NC

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible and Hybrid Schedule Available)

Salary Range

$50,000 - $56,000

Position Summary

The Accounting Technician applies accounting principles and practices to support fiscal and payroll functions, including financial analysis, reconciliation, and compliance monitoring across state, trust, grant, and gift funds.

Key Responsibilities

• Process, review, and reconcile financial transactions, including journal vouchers, budget journals, interdepartmental transactions, salary redistributions, and cash management activities to ensure accuracy and compliance with university guidelines.
• Audit payroll and financial transactions, including student payroll, to verify appropriate charging of salaries and benefits and ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Monitor, reconcile, and analyze division budgets, providing variance reporting, projections, and support for budget planning and review processes.
• Manage Approved Rates and Charges, including maintaining supporting data, performing financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with applicable guidelines.
• Review and reconcile division deposits, ensuring accurate classification of funds and adherence to university policies.
• Oversee cash and check handling processes, ensuring compliance with internal controls and audit standards.
• Compile and analyze financial data through standard and ad hoc reporting using enterprise systems and reporting tools.
• Manage finance-related communications and documentation, ensuring timely responses and accurate recordkeeping.
• Serve as a resource for interpreting financial policies and procedures, including supporting walk-in inquiries and directing stakeholders as appropriate.
• Participate in or lead special projects focused on improving financial processes, systems, and internal controls in collaboration with division and university partners.
• Provide backup administrative and financial support to the Finance team as needed.

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience & Education

• High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of accounting work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and application of generally accepted accounting principles, including experience reconciling financial transactions and monitoring compliance.
• Experience using enterprise financial, HR/payroll, and reporting systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, financial reporting tools) and advanced proficiency in spreadsheet applications (e.g., Microsoft Excel).
• Experience managing or analyzing budgets, including payroll budgets, revenue tracking, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Experience processing or reviewing financial transactions such as journal vouchers, deposits, cash handling, or payroll functions in accordance with established guidelines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and provide customer service while interpreting policies and supporting financial operations.

Other Requirements

• No valid NC Driver's License required for this position.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs.
• And so much more!

Equal Opportunity Employment

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations. Final candidates are subject to background checks. NC State participates in E-Verify.