Accounting Technician II (Temporary)

State of North Carolina

2d • Onsite

About The Position

To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES. This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information. Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time. Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state. This temporary position is located at 217 W. Jones Street, Raleigh - Wake County, with the Department of Environmental Quality. Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $21.63 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application). Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants. Positions in this class are responsible for accurately performing accounting work involving the maintenance and reporting of financial accounting data. Positions in this class are primarily responsible for reviewing and processing documents such as expense vouchers; invoices; and purchase orders. Positions in this class are responsible for billing, receipts, deposits, expenditures, reconciliation of financial statements; ledger posting, balancing, control; and preparation of financial reports. These positions maintain accounts and general fiscal records for a small or general fund activity; detailed subsidiary ledgers for a major division of a large department; or perform a more limited variety of bookkeeping as a part of the total accounting process of a moderate size accounting unit. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level Accounting Technician or an Accountant.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of accounting experience; or High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience in accounting work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of accounting methods, procedures, and accounting practices.
• Knowledge of accounting and other software (e.g.: ERP, Excel, Word, Access).
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply the laws and regulations pertaining to financial records.
• Ability to use a calculating or adding machine in recording financial data or making computations.
• Ability to prepare standard financial statements and reports.
• Ability to identify and correct routine and recurring financial problems, referring more complex problems to a higher level.
• Ability to present financial information clearly and concisely in oral and written form.
• Ability to verify accounting documents and forms for accuracy and completeness.

Responsibilities

• Positions in this class are responsible for accurately performing accounting work involving the maintenance and reporting of financial accounting data.
• Positions in this class are primarily responsible for reviewing and processing documents such as expense vouchers; invoices; and purchase orders.
• Positions in this class are responsible for billing, receipts, deposits, expenditures, reconciliation of financial statements; ledger posting, balancing, control; and preparation of financial reports.
• These positions maintain accounts and general fiscal records for a small or general fund activity; detailed subsidiary ledgers for a major division of a large department; or perform a more limited variety of bookkeeping as a part of the total accounting process of a moderate size accounting unit.

Benefits

• Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees