Accounting Controls & Reporting Manager

State of North Carolina•301 N Wilmington Street Wake, NC

1d•$70,478 - $119,974•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Controls & Reporting (ACR) Manager is responsible for leading the Department of Public Instruction’s accounting controls and financial reporting operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant reporting of more than $13 billion in annual state and federal funding. This position oversees internal control activities, audits, and preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), supporting fiscal accountability and transparency for public education across North Carolina.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a degree in business administration, finance or public administration or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution with 18 semester hours of accounting coursework; and six years of professional accounting experience in the preparation and review of interpretive or analytical accounting/financial statements, and reports; of which at least two is supervisory; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading governmental accounting and financial reporting functions
Experience coordinating audits and managing internal control environments
Experience supervising and developing professional accounting staff

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation and submission of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Single Audit reports, and Annual Financial Statement Report, including Management Discussion & Analysis, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state requirements.
Oversee and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations, GAAP standards, and internal controls.
Monitor grant activity across federal, state, and non-state sources, ensuring compliance with Uniform Grant Guidance, reporting requirements, cash receipt tracking, and proper closeout processes.
Manage key financial operations including account reconciliations, month-end close, subsidiary ledger analysis, bank account reconciliation, interest allocations, and escheatment reporting.
Serve as the primary liaison for external audits and lead internal control compliance efforts (EAGLE), including reviewing documentation, risk assessments, and coordinating with oversight agencies.
Supervise and develop accounting staff by assigning work, evaluating performance, improving processes, and leading modernization efforts to enhance financial systems, automation, and reporting transparency.