Accounting Technician III

Arts In Wilmington; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) seeks an Accounting Technician III to join the Remittance Processing and Other Accounts Receivable Branch in Raleigh. The role emphasizes billing, collections, daily deposit processing, and month-end balancing using NCFS and related systems.

It requires strong attention to GAAP/GASB and customer-facing service to entities with outstanding debt.

Qualifications

• Understanding and applying general accounting principles including billing and accounts receivable.
• Experience balancing and reconciling accounts with attention to detail.
• Experience gathering and reporting accounting data accurately.

Responsibilities

• Billing and collection activities for multiple divisions within DHHS.
• Analyze payments to ensure correct deposit information and daily processing.
• Balance month-end using NCFS, Cash Management, and Business Works.
• Maintain cash receipts logs and accounting distributions.
• Provide customer service information to businesses and individuals regarding debts.

Skills

Billing and collections

Accounts receivable

Balancing and reconciling

Data reporting

NCFS familiarity

Excel proficiency

Financial systems

Communication with public

Tools

NCFS

Excel

ACTS

Business Works

Job description

**Agency**Dept of Health and Human Services**Division**SEC OFFICE - CONTROLLER**Job Classification Title**Accounting Technician III (S)**Position Number**60037476**Grade**NC07The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.**Description of Work**This position will function as a specialized Accounting Technician within the Remittance Processing and Other Accounts Receivable Branch. Job responsibilities include: • Billing and collection activities for ten Divisions of DHHS including Central Administration. Analyzing all payments received to ensure correct deposit information is given to the Accounting Technician daily. • Assists with month end balancing of the North Carolina Financial System, Cash Management, Business Works and daily log distribution and account distribution. • Maintains information pertaining to the type of money being received, NCFS accounting distribution, and contact names. • Refers delinquent accounts to external agencies such as Wake County District Attorney, State contracted collection agencies, the Department of Justice and the Department of Revenue Debt Setoff Program. • Maintains cash receipts logs. • Serves as a technician supporting the daily depository, billing and collection processes. • Assist supervisor with preparing special reports upon request. • Miscellaneous billing between divisions, salary overpayments and payment plan set up for outstanding debts. This position requires considerable judgment and accuracy to ensure all receipts and sales are recorded in accordance with the generally accepted accounting procedures (GAAP) and GASB. It utilizes NCFS, ACTS, Excel and Business Works software. This position will also provide customer service/information to businesses/individuals concerning outstanding debt.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**## ## **Salary Grade Range: $37,377.00-$65,408.00**## **Recruitment Range: $45,999.00 - $53,957.00***Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.**The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:** Proven experience in understanding and applying general accounting principles and concepts to include billing, establishing accounts receivables and collection processes.* Demonstrated experience with balancing and reconciling accounts.* Experience in gathering and reporting accounting data with accuracy and attention to detail.* Proven experience working with financial systems and tools (i.e. NCFS, Excel) and modern accounting platforms.* Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, division/agency representatives and the public.## ***The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date***## ***This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds***## **This Role Is Eligible To Be Hybrid And Requires Onsite Reporting Located Within Raleigh, NC**## **About the Office of the Secretary**The Office of the Secretary serves as the executive leadership arm of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), guiding the Department’s mission to improve the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians. Through strategic oversight and collaborative leadership, the Secretary’s Office supports the effective coordination of over a dozen core divisions, ensuring that agency-wide priorities are aligned, resources are used responsibly, and services are delivered with equity and impact.## **Compensation and Benefits**The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for .## **Supplemental Contact Information**The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: .DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.In accordance with the Governor’s , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Application Process**Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.** *Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.** Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.* Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the \"Work Experience\" section of the application to support your answers.* Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM the day before the closing date.* Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered \"Positions of Trust\" will be subject to a criminal background check.* Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are \"Under Review\" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.* Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.* For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at .Degree/College Credit VerificationDegrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. *Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.*Veterans’ and National Guard Preference* Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.* Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.*