Accounting Technician I - Nash Correctional Institution

State of North Carolina•2869 US 64 Alt Nash, NC

1d•$33,902 - $59,327•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Accounting Technician II at a medium custody male correctional facility, this position serves as the Canteen Supervisor and is responsible for managing a state prison’s canteen (commissary) or central storeroom. This role operates like running a model retail business within secured perimeter, providing a vital incentive system for the prison population.

Requirements

Associate degree in Accounting from an appropriately accredited institution, OR High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND two (2) years of experience in accounting work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Documented knowledge of general accounting practices.
Documented working knowledge using Microsoft Excel.
Documented knowledge of E-Procurement, NCFS or other accounting system.

Responsibilities

Managing Canteen inventory, monitoring stock levels, and reconciling inventory and invoice discrepancies to ensure accurate financial and inventory records. Inventory counts are entered and verified through the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS).
Maintaining accurate inventory records for offender postage stamps, including local and international stamps.
Preparing monthly Canteen Inventory Reports, including vendor invoices, damaged or spoiled merchandise, and month-end store variance reports.
Maintaining organized and accurate financial, inventory, and operational documentation to support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with departmental requirements.
Coordinating closely with Trust Fund Accounting to ensure Canteen vendor payments and checks are processed and mailed within required monthly deadlines.
Overseeing the efficient movement of supplies into the prison store room and regulating the accurate distribution of goods (hygiene, apparel and food products).
Hiring, scheduling, training, and overseeing incarcerated individuals assigned to canteen work details. Supervisors manage these operations by eliminating blind spots within the canteen area, monitoring behavior while enforcing security protocols to prevent larceny and contraband trade. Ensuring total compliance under NCDAC facility guidelines.
Processing and issuing Canteen refunds to offenders in accordance with applicable procedures.
Monitoring, preparing, and submitting Fixed Asset Reports to Raleigh in accordance with established reporting requirements.