Accounting Technician
North Carolina Central University
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Posted on Jul 26, 2024
Accounting Technician
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Posting Details
Position Information
| Position/Classification Title | Accounting Technician |
|---|---|
| Working Title | Accounting Technician |
| Competency Level | Journey |
| Position Number | 110726 |
| Salary Grade Equivalent | |
| FLSA | Non-Exempt |
| Appointment Type | Permanent - Full Time |
| FTE | 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months |
| If time limited, duration date | |
| Department Hiring Range | $33,540 - $41,600 |
| EEO-1 Category | Technicians |
| SOC Code | 43-3031 - Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks |
Position Overview
| Primary Function of Organizational Unit | The primary purpose of the Accounts Payable Unit is to assure that vendor invoices are paid in a timely manner to maintain the University’s fiscal integrity and process improvement efforts as well as maintain, analyze, and report university expenditure data. |
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| Primary Purpose of Position | The primary purpose of the position is to perform the duties of an Accounts Payable Clerk in the University’s Accounts Payable Office. Position will provide leadership and assist the supervisor with the daily operations of the Accounts Payable Office; audit keyed invoices for accuracy, purchase order compliance, and system mapping; enter a minimum of sixty (60) invoices per day into Eagles’ Purch system; reconcile the University Holding account,; assist with training team and campus departments; and research accounts payable transactions for discrepancies, payment status, etc. requested by vendors and/or campus department inquiries. |
| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | The successful candidate must possess a working knowledge of Banner Finance or an equivalent system; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and PowerPoint) Applications; knowledge of accounts payable practices and principles; knowledge of analyze accounting transactions; ability to work independently with little or no supervision; to take initiative to see projects and assignments through to completion; to learn, interpret and analyze information to make necessary decisions; to exercise judgment and discretion in problem solving; to plan, prioritize and organize workflow; ability to work flexible schedules; excellent analytical and organizational skills along with written and oral communication skills, excellent editing skills; great interpersonal skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of individuals in a high pressure environment. |
| Minimum Education/Experience | High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience. |
| Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation | N/A |
| Equal Opportunity Employer | North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |
| Work Hours | Monday - Friday 8am - 5 pm |
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies | No |
| Campus Security Authority Designated Position | No |
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
| Required Competency | Communication |
|---|---|
| Duties | Ability to communicate financial information to individuals or groups and deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience. Ability to clearly and concisely convey information orally or in writing to individuals or groups to ensure that they understand the information and the message. More specifically, possess the ability to convey information to the Accounts Payable Office’s internal and external customers in a clear and understood manner in a verbal and written communication form. Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others. |
| Required Competency | Problem Solving |
|---|---|
| Duties | Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to identify and resolve issues and concerns in an effort to produce impressive and favorable results to the Accounts Payable Office’s internal and external customers. |
| Required Competency | Financial Program Monitoring and Management |
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| Duties | Ability to observe monitor, collect, and record fiscal data. Ability to assess the accuracy, validity, and integrity of data. Ability to coordinate and administer fiscal program activities and protocols. Ability to manage resources, monitor activities, and assess risks and quality control associated with the program. Specifically, the ability to prepare documentation and create financial reports. Possess a thorough knowledge of the functionality of the Accounts Payable Office as well as how the Office is intricately linked with the remaining units of the Comptroller Department and the University in its fiscal operations. |
| Required Competency | Knowledge - Technical |
|---|---|
| Duties | The position requires sufficient knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including the maintenance and reporting of financial accounting data and the ability to remain current in developments and trends in the area of Accounts Payable, financial systems, and software packages tocreate, analyze, and maintain data; this includes the ability to develop formulas for moderately complex spreadsheets. The position uses knowledge of a variety of technology. For example, the Accounts Payable Unit has recently acquired a new system that will be rolled out to the university. |
| Required Competency | Leading Work Teams |
|---|---|
| Duties | The position requires the ability to establish expectations and clear direction to meet goals and objectives of on-going work for Accounts Payable team and the ability to motivate and engage AP team through effective communication under the direction of the AP supervisor. |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | SPA01363P |
|---|---|
| Open Date | 07/02/2024 |
| Close Date | 08/01/2024 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- List of References
- Cover Letter
- DD-214 (Veterans Only)
- NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
Supplemental Questions
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