Director for OIT Business Services

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A public research university in Raleigh, NC seeks a Director for OIT Business Services to manage accounting and procurement, prepare financial reports, and maintain an annual budget of over $80 million. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and strong analytical and interpersonal skills. This role offers extensive benefits including medical and tuition assistance.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

Qualifications

• 12 credit hours of accounting coursework and three years of professional accounting experience.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting and auditing principles.
• Ability to interpret and analyze accounting data.

Responsibilities

• Manage OIT’s accounting and procurement services.
• Oversee and prepare financial reports for all funding sources.
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Skills

Strong initiative and sense of responsibility

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to sustain high energy in fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance

Tools

PeopleSoft

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Director for OIT Business Services

The Office of Information Technology provides central administrative and academic IT services to the University. OIT staff are committed to providing the best possible IT systems and services for the students, faculty and staff of NC State.

OIT Vision: Be the IT organization people seek out as a partner for providing visionary strategies, creative solutions, objective information, and effective and efficient services in order to help them achieve their mission and goals.

OIT Mission: To provide nimble, effective, efficient and collaborative IT services, solutions and strategies in a timely and helpful manner that assists the university, state and nation in achieving their strategic goals.

OIT Business Services provides financial and human resource management and support to all OIT employees.

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.

• 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

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

Essential Job Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to manage OIT’s accounting and procurement services, ComTech warehouse and asset management. This position will oversee and prepare financial reports for all funding sources, which include state, F&A, ETF, auxiliary, receipts; foundations; grants; and trust accounts. OIT’s total annual budget is over $80 million.

Job duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Collections
• Reconciling
• Financial reporting
• Asset management
• Warehouse management
• Inventory control

Other Responsibilities

• This position fills in for the AVC and participates in meetings on behalf of the them.
• Special projects as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance or other discipline related to the area of assignment with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework and three years of professional accounting experience, of which at least one is supervisory; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Other Required Qualifications

An ideal candidate will have thorough knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices including familiarity with basic accounting principles involving general ledger, journal entries, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.

• Ability to interpret and analyze accounting data and apply to institutional needs.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in interpreting administrative and managerial polices.
• High degree of accuracy and independence.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Strong initiative and sense of responsibility, strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to sustain high energy in fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with personal computers including Word, Excel, e-mail, and Internet resources.

Preferred Qualifications

• Business process engineering, operations, and/or logistical experience.
• Budget management involving varied funding restrictions depending on source of revenue.
• Warehouse experience.
• PeopleSoft and IT/Telecom billing and inventory database platform experience.

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.