Accounting Technician - Journey

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University in Greenville, NC, seeks an Accounting Technician to support departmental purchasing, budgeting, travel, and financial transactions under strict university policies.

The role includes preparing journal entries, budget transfers, and expense report approvals, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a competitive NC06 salary range. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of accounting experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency with one year of accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial and budget support to departments, including purchasing, travel, and funding inquiries, while reviewing and approving expense reports and pre-approvals to ensure compliance with state and university policies.
• Prepare journal entries, budget transfers, and position change forms, and assist with other financial transactions as assigned.
• Support college-wide financial operations and providing purchasing and travel assistance to departments with limited administrative support, as capacity allows, and performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Accounting Technician - Journey

Position Number

400575

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Time-Limited

No

Department Homepage

https://chhs.ecu.edu/

Advertising Department

HLTH/HUMAN SERVICES,COLLEGE OF

Division

Academic Affairs

Classification Title

10750 Accounting Technician

Competency Level

2 - Journey

Working Title

Accounting Technician

Number of Vacancies

1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)

1.0

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Recruitment Range

$33,540 - $50,784

Anticipated Hiring Range

$41,176 - $45,751

Salary Grade Equivalency

NC06

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday

Work Hours

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Position Location (City)

Greenville

Job Category

Staff

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East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Academic Affairs, led by the Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, comprises the university's colleges, schools and libraries, along with other academic support and administrative units. Academic Affairs works collaboratively to strengthen ECU's culture of academic excellence in line with our mission to be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation.

The College of Health and Human Sciences at East Carolina University is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life of individuals, families, and communities across North Carolina and beyond. Through certificate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs, the college prepares students to provide professional and clinical services, conduct impactful research, and develop innovative solutions that promote healthier lives. Through hands‑on learning in classrooms, clinics, laboratories, and community settings, students and faculty work together to advance excellence in education, research, and service. Graduates are empowered to pursue meaningful careers that improve lives, strengthen communities, and advance health and wellness.

Primary Purpose of Position

Serving as a primary point of contact for assigned departments and schools, this position provides guidance on purchasing processes, budget management, travel, and financial transactions. Responsibilities include reviewing and approving expense reports and pre-approvals, as well as preparing journal entries, budget transfers, and position change forms. Reporting to the Executive Director of Administration and Finance for College of Health and Human Sciences this position will assist with financial oversight, budget management, purchasing, and administrative support for the College of Health and Human Sciences.

The Accounting Technician also completes monthly reconciliations of prior month transactions, supports AHEC housing transactions in coordination with students and the Cashier's Office, and assists the Accountant and Executive Director for Administration & Finance with budget monitoring, financial submissions, and other college-wide financial activities.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Provide financial and budget support to assigned departments, including purchasing, travel, and funding inquiries, while reviewing and approving expense reports and pre-approvals to ensure compliance with state and university policies. (70%).
• Prepare journal entries, budget transfers, and position change forms, and assist with other financial transactions as assigned. (10%)
• Support college-wide financial operations and providing purchasing and travel assistance to departments with limited administrative support, as capacity allows, and performing other duties as assigned. (20%).

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

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

License or Certification required by statute or regulation

N/A

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

N/A

License or Certification required by the Department

N/A

Job Open Date

10/08/2026

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed.

10/22/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/97577

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 budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/TTY) or [e-mail].

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU 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. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at [phone] or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [e-mail]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.