Accounting Technician

NC State University; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh, NC is seeking a grants financial support role to assist faculty and staff with research and Extension funding. You will handle voucher payments, journal entries, and travel reimbursements while ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines.

The position emphasizes accounting accuracy, collaboration with the Business Services Coordinator, and maintaining internal controls within a dynamic university environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency with one year of accounting experience.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience considered.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced).
• Experience with financial systems such as PeopleSoft or similar.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor grant funding to ensure accounts comply with sponsor guidelines and reporting schedules, and are closed out timely
• Provide financial administrative support to PIs, including voucher payments, journal vouchers, review of Pcard transactions, travel authorizations and reimbursements
• Analyze financial data for accuracy, resolve issues, and correct or reverse entries as needed
• Attend departmental, college, and university meetings to stay updated on financial policies and procedures
• Maintain compliance, internal controls, and proper documentation of transactions, providing them to the college Contracts and Grants post-award team as requested
• Collaborate and partner with CALS CBO

Skills

Excel proficiency

PeopleSoft

Financial systems

Voucher payments

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Tools

Pcard

Journal vouchers

Job description

About the Department

Biological and Agricultural Engineering makes our natural world work better. We discover new biological processes and use innovative technologies to conserve natural resources and improve air and water quality. From precision agricultural to food processing and water management, we’re engineering solutions for a sustainable future. The department is jointly administered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences ( CALS ) and the College of Engineering ( COE ) at NC State University. Our faculty, staff and students actively contribute to the academic, research and Extension missions of the University, training tomorrow’s engineers and technologists to improve food and fiber production and protect our natural resources. Our undergraduate and graduate programs are consistently ranked in the top ten of our discipline. Further information on the department can be found at https://bae.ncsu.edu.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

This position provides fiscal support for the department, largely focused on assisting the faculty and staff with research and Extension grant funding. You will work with the department’s Business Service Coordinator and Student Services Coordinator, focusing on day-to-day financial and procurement operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university guidelines. Our department grant funding derives from a varied portfolio of federal, state, and industry/commodity partners with an annual average of $16M and growing.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty and staff to monitor grant funding to ensure accounts comply with sponsor guidelines and reporting schedules, and are closed out timely
• Provide financial administrative support to primary investigators (PIs), including voucher payments, journal vouchers, review of Pcard transactions, travel authorizations and reimbursements
• Analyze financial data for accuracy, resolve issues, and correct or reverse entries as needed
• Attend departmental, college, and university meetings to stay updated on financial policies and procedures
• Maintain compliance, internal controls, and proper documentation of transactions, providing them to the college Contracts and Grants post-award team as requested
• Collaborate and partner with CALS CBO

Additional Responsibilities

• In addition to the responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties, as directed by the Business Services Coordinator. These additional responsibilities offer opportunities to build skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department’s operations.

If you are a collaborative team player with strong communication skills, a client-focused mindset, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial systems such as PeopleSoft or similar platforms.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a client-oriented and solution-focused approach.
• Ability to learn processes and systems quickly and be flexible to change and organizational growth.

Required License or Certification

• N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0

Position Type SHRA

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Position Classification Salary Range $ 33,540 - $ 63,478

Salary Grade Equivalency NC06

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

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. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

NC STATE UNIVERSITY
RALEIGH, NC 27695
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