Accounting Technician

State of North Carolina•Wake County, NC

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About The Position

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! Salary Range: $32,639.00 - $57,117.00 This is a Repost. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply. This is an Internal Posting open ONLY for current North Carolina State Government employees and eligible RIF Candidates from NC State Government. To include eligible current Temporary Employees. The primary purpose of this position is to audit and process both direct and matching invoices for the Department of Adult Correction in the Eastern Region, including those related both direct and matching invoices. The Accounting Technician I is responsible for running and analyzing reports related to accounts payable activity, including making necessary entries.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of accounting procedures, applicable mathematics and their application in the work environment
Skilled in effective written communication, with the ability to correct grammar, refine vocabulary, proofread, and use proper office terminology to compose clear and professional reports and materials.
Experience with Microsoft Office Products; Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
Strong ability to record, compile, summarize, and analyze data, with proficiency in reviewing and processing information to draw conclusions, make informed decisions, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and program requirements.

Responsibilities

Process payments for goods and services by reviewing, verifying, and entering invoices into the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS).
Match vendor invoices to purchase orders, verify contract pricing, freight, and taxes, and resolve discrepancies with vendors or facility staff.
Verify vendor numbers, Federal ID numbers, and group numbers to ensure accurate payment processing.
Research and resolve payable issues, including duplicate payments, receipt exceptions, and pricing or quantity discrepancies.
Reconcile vendor statements, analyze errors such as late fees or tax mischarges, and coordinate corrections with vendors or purchasing personnel.
Communicate effectively with vendors, auditors, managers, and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely payments.