Financial Operations Accountant III

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work

Job summary

The State of North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Accountant III (NS) to lead interagency settlements, manage receivables and payables with toll agencies, and ensure accurate data for NCTA reporting. You will become proficient with the Back Office System (BOS) and SAP General Ledger while coordinating with Accounting and NCTA staff to refine processes.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and four years of professional accounting experience; hybrid remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline with 18 semester hours of accounting coursework.
• Four years of professional accounting/auditing experience in the preparation of interpretive or analytical accounting, financial statements and reports.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Lead interagency settlements and manage receivables/payables with toll agencies.
• Learn BOS integrity and SAP GL impacts for settlements and reporting.
• Coordinate with Accounting Manager, unit staff and NCTA staff to refine business processes.
• Oversee monthly settlements and ensure accurate data collection for NCTA reporting.

Skills

Microsoft Office

General Ledger reconciliation

Journal entries/adjustments

Procedural documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline

Tools

SAP

Integrity Back Office

Card Connect

Job description

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

CFO-Financial Management Division

Job Classification Title

Accountant III (NS)

Position Number

65036338

Grade

NC15

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

This is a repost. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered.

The accountant position is the lead for NCTA finance settlement processes including accounting and compliance with partnership agreements. This position will be responsible for monthly interagency settlements, receivables from other toll agencies and payables to them, which are billed monthly. This position must learn the complexities of the Back Office System (BOS) integrity and the impact of integrations to SAP General Ledger. It is essential that this role understand the cashflow revenue reconciliation, I77 contract, and other highway partnerships as they serve as a lead to Accountants that perform the reconciliation processes related to the receivables and payables cash management and settlements. This position coordinates with the Accounting Manager, unit staff and NCTA staff, to implement and refine the business functions and system capabilities that will ensure efficient and accurate collection of data and NCTA reporting for all sources of operating revenues and cash management.

This position works hand in hand with NCDOT resources, NCTA resources and contract experts on current projects and future toll projects. This role serves as the technical lead for the department on end-to-end testing of new payment methodologies, new toll processes and new roadways. This position will actively participate in the development, testing and implementation of new processes in the current and future tolling systems and serves as the technical lead for the department on end-to-end testing in coordination with the NCTA IT organization.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and General Ledger systems (e.g., SAP), with the technical ability to quickly learn additional platforms such as Integrity Back Office and Card Connect.
• Experienced in reconciling General Ledger accounts independently. Must reconcile in an accurate and detail-oriented manner as reconciliation processes with external agencies result in multi-million-dollar payments.
• Experience independently preparing journal entries, such as adjusting journal entries, and in researching and explaining variances.
• Ability to update procedures and process documentation, with knowledge of accounting internal controls.

This position is currently eligible for hybrid remote work in accordance with state policy and the agency’s remote work program but does require weekly onsite work. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC15 $55,221.00 – $96,639.00

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Considerable knowledge of accounting theories and principles and systems design.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize complex and unique issues and develop solutions and/or consult with leadership in order to achieve resolutions.
• Demonstrated ability to convey concise, comprehensive, and accurate findings and resolutions on matters of a complex nature in written or oral form.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure the development of related policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to independently resolve and/or develop recommendations for unprecedented, complex issues and problems.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a degree in business administration, finance, public administration, or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution with 18 semester hours of accounting coursework; and four years of professional accounting/auditing experience in the preparation of interpretive or analytical accounting, financial statements and reports; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, 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.

It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.