UTS-Temporary Purchasing Officer at UNC Chapel Hill

NC State University; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a Purchasing Officer to manage financial transactions and support student organizations. This role involves maintaining records, ensuring compliance with financial policies, and collaborating with teams to ensure accuracy. Candidates should have an Associate’s degree and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field and at least one year of relevant experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including vLookups and pivot tables.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and manage daily financial transactions for student organizations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all transactions.
• Monitor budgets to ensure student organizations stay within allocated amounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting or business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

UTS-Temporary Purchasing Officer at UNC Chapel Hill

The Purchasing Officer will join the department, which provides vital financial and business services for the department and its student organizations. This role is essential in supporting student organizations by managing and recording day-to-day financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring student groups operate within their allocated budgets. The Purchasing Officer serves as a resource, ensuring compliance with financial policies and assisting student organizations in navigating financial processes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Facilitate and manage daily financial transactions for student organizations.
2. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all transactions.
3. Monitor budgets to ensure student organizations stay within allocated amounts.
4. Provide guidance and support to student organizations on financial policies and procedures.
5. Collaborate with the team to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.

Is Time Limited? Yes

Appointment Length: 6/9/25 - 12/12/25

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences:

• Associate’s degree in a field related to accounting or business, plus at least one year of experience in purchasing, bookkeeping, or reconciling.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with vLookups and pivot tables.

Department Required Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and professionalism.
• Ability to adapt quickly, follow through on tasks, and resolve issues independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service expertise, serving as an ambassador of the department.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education:

• Same as above

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 accommodations are welcome to contact 919-513-0574.

For questions about the application process, contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]. For disability-related accommodations, call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to background checks. Some vacancies require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degrees must be obtained prior to start date. NC State University participates in E-Verify.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about UTS? (Open Ended Question)
• * Do you have an Associate’s degree in a related field and at least one year of relevant experience?
• * Do you have strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including vLookups and pivot tables?

Required Documents: Resume, Contact Information for References

Optional Documents: Cover Letter