Financial Reporting Accountant

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

12 Paid Holidays

TCERS retirement system

Health benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University seeks a Financial Reporting Accountant to support the university's financial reporting and general accounting. The role focuses on special funds, bond funds, and capital improvement funds, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and GASB standards.

The position participates in monthly and year-end close processes and contributes to the CAFR; on-site work is typical, with potential for hybrid arrangements in line with policy.

Qualifications

• Experience in higher education accounting or with GASB reporting.
• Experience with Banner Finance or a comparable ERP system.
• Experience preparing financial statements, audit workpapers, account reconciliations, and complex journal entries.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional accounting for all University special funds, including bond and capital funds.
• Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, schedules, and analyses to ensure GAAP/GASB compliance.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual closeout and CAFR work papers.

Skills

GASB financial reporting

Banner Finance

Complex journal entries

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 12 accounting coursework

Associate’s degree in Accounting

Associate’s degree in Business or related with 12 accounting coursework

Equivalent combination of training and experience

Tools

Banner Finance

Job description

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The Financial Reporting Accountant supports the University’sfinancial reporting and general accounting functions by preparingfinancial reports, reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, andanalyses. The position helps ensure the accuracy and integrity ofthe University’s financial records and compliance with GenerallyAccepted Accounting Principles ( GAAP ), Governmental AccountingStandards Board ( GASB ) requirements, UNC System guidance, andState of North Carolina requirements. The primary purpose of thisposition is to perform professional accounting functions for allUniversity special funds, including bond funds, capital improvementfunds, and other restricted funds designated under thisclassification. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring theintegrity, accuracy, and compliance of all related financialtransactions and records. The incumbent will interpret, apply, andimplement policies and procedures established by the University,the State of North Carolina, and applicable federal agencies. Inaddition, this position plays a key role in monthly, quarterly, andannual closeout activities, including reconciliation and financialstatement preparation for capital and special funds, andcontributes to the completion of the University’s ComprehensiveAnnual Financial Report ( CAFR ).

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The mission of the Accounting Office, is to provide an effectiveand efficient financial reporting and cash management/disbursementoperation within the Comptroller’s Office, which supports theinstructional and research mission of the University

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate’s degree in Accounting; or Associate’s degree in Business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Experience in higher education accounting.
• Experience with GASB financial reporting.
• Experience with Banner Finance or a comparable ERP system.
• Experience preparing financial statements, audit workpapers, account reconciliations, and complex journal entries.
• Hiring preference given to qualified internal candidates.

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title

Financial Reporting Accountant

Position Number

000220

Recruitment Salary Range

commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track

No

FTE

40 hours/week, 12 months

Organizational Division

Asst VC Bus & Fin/Comptroller

Organizational Location

VC for Business & Finance

Organizational Unit

Accounting Office

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

EPA3226

Open Date

10/07/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

10/21/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Date Position Available

11/01/2026

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, LifeInsurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid workarrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C.A&T employees are generally required to reside in NorthCarolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate ofRelease or Discharge from Active Duty with your application duringthe process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates aresubject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federallaw requires all employers to verify the identity and employmenteligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity andAffirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employmentwill be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, nationalorigin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, politicalaffiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexualidentity.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty(DD-214)