Accounting Technician

North Carolina State University; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State University’s Biological and Agricultural Engineering department seeks an Accounting Technician to provide fiscal support for day-to-day financial and procurement operations, focusing on grants. You will work with the department’s Business Services Coordinator and Staff to ensure compliance with guidelines and accurate reporting.

The role requires collaboration, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 1 year of accounting experience.
• Experience with financial systems such as PeopleSoft.
• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Strong interpersonal and client‑oriented skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing processes and organizational growth.

Responsibilities

• Track grant funding and ensure accounts comply with sponsor guidelines and reporting schedules.
• Provide financial administrative support to PIs, including voucher payments and travel reimbursements.
• Review and analyze financial data for accuracy and resolve issues.
• Attend departmental, college, and university meetings to stay updated on financial policies.
• Maintain internal controls and proper documentation of transactions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Client-oriented

Analytical skills

Ability to learn processes

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PeopleSoft

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number: PG195084SP

Internal Recruitment: No

Working Title: Accounting Technician

Anticipated Hiring Range: $46,000

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department: Biological and Agricultural Engineering (BAE)

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.

What we offer:

• 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
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

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.

Essential Job Duties

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

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.

You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition (https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

Other 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education

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: No

Commercial Driver's License Required?: No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date: 06/26/2026

Earliest Close Date— (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.): 07/03/2026

Position Details

Position Number: 00112151

Position Type: SHRA

Position Classification Band Title: Accounting Technician

Position Classification Band Level: Journey

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

Salary Grade Equivalency: NC06

Alternate Option: If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

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

Appointment: 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Time Limited Position: No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable):

Department Id: 118101 - Biological And Agricultural Engineering

EEO

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.

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