Temporary Financial Operations Specialist

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attend sporting events for free

Childcare discounts

Wellness & Recreation membership

Wellness programs

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh seeks a Temporary Financial Operations Specialist to support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Travel, and PCard operations within CALS Business Services. The role emphasizes cross-training, process improvements, and strong financial controls.

Work 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, with responsibilities spanning reconciliation, documentation, and reporting. A Bachelor’s or equivalent with accounting knowledge is required, and familiarity with university

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or accounting, or associate degree with 1 year of experience.
• Experience with financial systems (PeopleSoft or similar).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage high transaction volume.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy, attention to details, timeliness, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Process and support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Travel, and Procurement Card (PCard) transactions, as assigned.
• Process, review, reconcile, and analyze financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with university policies and procedures.
• Apply accounting principles and established business processes to transactions across multiple funding sources.
• Review financial activity for appropriate documentation, classification, and compliance with applicable university, state, federal, and sponsor requirements.
• Research and resolve transaction discrepancies while maintaining accurate financial records and documentation.
• Assist with financial monitoring, reconciliation, reporting activities, and audit support.
• Utilize university financial systems, including PeopleSoft, ServiceNow, and reporting tools, to process, review, and monitor financial activity.
• Provide customer service and guidance to departments regarding financial processes, documentation requirements, and transaction status.
• Collaborate with campus partners to resolve financial issues and support efficient business operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance operational effectiveness.
• Participate in cross-training and provide backup coverage across Business Services functions as operational needs require.

Skills

Accounting basics

PeopleSoft

Attention to detail

High-volume transactions

Education

Bachelor’s in business

Associate degree in accounting

Tools

PeopleSoft Finance

ServiceNow

Excel

Job description

Temporary Financial Operations Specialist

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• Resume
• Contact information for at least 3 references

Position Information

Posting Number PG196176TM

Position Number 11ASO3751

Position Type Temporary

The Temporary Financial Operations Specialist provides accounting and financial operations support within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences ( CALS ) Business Services unit. Business Services is transitioning to a cross-functional service model in which employees develop proficiency across multiple financial operations functions. Employees will support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Travel, and Procurement Card (PCard) operations and may be assigned primary responsibilities based on operational needs. Work assignments may shift across functional areas to support workload balancing, team coverage, and continuity of business operations. Primary Responsibilities:

• Process and support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Travel, and Procurement Card (PCard) transactions, as assigned.
• Process, review, reconcile, and analyze financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with university policies and procedures.
• Apply accounting principles and established business processes to transactions across multiple funding sources.
• Review financial activity for appropriate documentation, classification, and compliance with applicable university, state, federal, and sponsor requirements.
• Research and resolve transaction discrepancies while maintaining accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with financial monitoring, reconciliation, reporting activities, and audit support.
• Utilize university financial systems, including PeopleSoft, ServiceNow, and reporting tools, to process, review, and monitor financial activity.
• Provide customer service and guidance to departments regarding financial processes, documentation requirements, and transaction status.
• Collaborate with campus partners to resolve financial issues and support efficient business operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance operational effectiveness.
• Participate in cross-training and provide backup coverage across Business Services functions as operational needs require.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Is Time Limited

Is Time Limited No

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. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

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

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Department Information

Job City & State

Department

Department CBO

System Information

Classification Title

Working Title

Working Title Temporary Financial Operations Specialist

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule

Work Schedule 40/hrs per week between Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Other Work/Responsibilities

• n/a
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or accounting; or Associate’s degree in business administration or accounting and one year of experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Department Required Skills

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Experience with financial systems (PeopleSoft or similar).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage high transaction volume and competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy, attention to details, timeliness, and professionalism.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Experience in a research-intensive higher education or state institution.
• Knowledge of University financial policies and compliance requirements.
• Experience providing accounting guidance or training to non-financial personnel.
• Proficiency with reporting tools, Excel, and enterprise financial systems such as PeopleSoft Financial System.
• Experience managing multiple funding sources and sponsored programs.

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.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University 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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you learn of this opportunity?
  • NCSU Website
  • Job Alert (automated email from our system)
  • NCSU Executive Search Services
  • Monster.com
  • CareerBuilder.com
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Other Online Job Board
  • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
  • Job / Career Fair
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Professional Journal
  • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
  • Radio / Television Advertisement
  • Professional Organization
  • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
  • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
  • NCSU Employee Referral
  • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
  • Other
• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question)
• * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or accounting; or an Associate’s degree in business administration or accounting and one year of experience or equivalent combination of training and experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you possess knowledge of basic accounting principles?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please list and describe your experience with PeopleSoft or other closely-related financial system(s). (Open Ended Question)
• * Do you have strong organizational skills and are able to manage high transaction volume and competing priorities?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you posses the ability to work independently with accuracy, attention to details, timeliness, and professionalism?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have experience in a research-intensive higher education or state institution?
  • Yes
  • No
• Are you familiar with Wolf Reporting, PeopleSoft Financials, or a related university financials system?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have experience providing accounting guidance or training to non-financial personnel?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have knowledge of University financial policies and compliance requirements?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have experience managing multiple funding sources and sponsored programs?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

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