GL Reporting/CO Accountant

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Accountant III (NS) in the General Ledger Unit to conduct advanced accounting analysis, prepare reports, and ensure GAAP and GASB compliance.

You will liaise with developers and project managers on SAP/FMIS upgrades, build analytical forecasting tools, and support budgeting, cost disbursement, and financial statements for agency leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline and 4 years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and GASB standards.
• Experience with financial reporting and government accounting environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced accounting analysis and prepare related reports.
• Serve as business liaison to developers, project managers and platform admins on SAP/FMIS upgrades.
• Create forecasting tools and SOPs linking general ledger to other finance functions.
• Manage daily, monthly and yearly controlling and cost disbursement activities.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GASB knowledge

Government accounting

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline

Tools

SAP/FMIS

Job description

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

CFO-Financial Management Division

Job Classification Title

Accountant III (NS)

Position Number

60015329

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 an Accountant III position located in the General Ledger Unit of the Department of Transportation Financial Management Division. There are two primary purposes for this position:

This position provides advanced accounting analysis by conducting research and preparing reports related to NCDOT’s general ledger functions. Position provides technical guidance to other accountants on the team, and professional roles in the field, related to general ledger accounting in accordance with all generally accepted accounting principles. Position serves as the business liaison and communicates business requirements to developers, project managers, and platform administrators engaged in SAP/FMIS platform upgrades and integrations. Work also involves creating analytical forecasting tools and financial reports to advise agency executive leadership and the review and preparation of SOPs tying all general ledger activities to other finance functions.

This position is to manage daily, monthly, and yearly controlling functions and cost disbursement activities. Statewide Time Entry is managed in the controlling module and is basic to cost assessment, Federal billing and fair reporting in general. Scheduling and operation of duties on demand are a critical part of the job responsibilities. There is a heavy requirement for involvement with system testing and interaction with functional team members, fellow employees, DOT management and field personnel.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC15 $55,221 - $96,639

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) practices.
• Knowledge of current accounting and financial management systems.
• Experience interpreting and applying complex Federal and State fiscal regulations.
• Experience in using accounting judgement and theory to independently resolve fiscal issues, provide technical guidance, and present results of analysis to program administrators

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.