Accounting Technician II

State of North Carolina • 2 West Edenton St Wake, NC

1d • $35,596 - $60,000

About The Position

The Accounting Technician II works in the Accounts Payable Section of the Budget and Finance Division and handles accounts payable activities for assigned agency divisions. The role audits and processes matching and direct invoices, processes travel reimbursements, and makes timely vendor payments in accordance with guidelines and policies established by OSBM, OSC, and NCDA. It uses the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS), including its general ledger and accounts payable modules, and the E-Procurement System. The position involves personal contact with vendors, division personnel, and management at all levels, and requires a strong work ethic and experience handling confidential information. Additional duties include filing and other tasks assigned by the Accounts Payable Manager.

The position is eligible for one telework day after training is complete. Telework options may change at management's discretion. The posting covers two vacancies.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of accounting experience; or a high school diploma or GED and three years of accounting work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of accounting methods, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to research and analyze accounting transactions and make accurate adjustments.
• Experience with online accounting systems.
• Strong ability to create, manage, and upload complex spreadsheets in an ERP system.
• Experience working with confidential information.
• Completion of all North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) training modules.

Responsibilities

• Audit and process matching and direct invoices for assigned agency divisions.
• Process travel reimbursements.
• Make timely vendor payments in accordance with OSBM, OSC, and NCDA guidelines and policies.
• Use the North Carolina Financial System general ledger and accounts payable modules, and the E-Procurement System.
• Communicate with vendors, division personnel, and management at all levels.
• File documents and perform other duties assigned by the Accounts Payable Manager.
• Assist with special projects and miscellaneous duties supporting the Fiscal Unit.
• Research and analyze accounting transactions and make accurate adjustments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with fiscal policies and audit processes, and support efficient and effective accounts payable methods.

Benefits

• One telework day after training is complete, subject to change at management's discretion.
• State employee benefits are referenced, but individual benefits are not specified in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree