Accounting Technician III - EHRA
About The Position
The Accounting Technician III will audit, analyze, research, and process payments received from DIT customers for NetPlus-generated invoices. Payments include North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) IGOs and checks received through the United States Postal Service. The position supports efficient financial transactions and systems by posting payments and reconciling payments and customer accounts. The position is designated Statutory Exempt (EHRA) and is exempt from the State Human Resources Act. It may be eligible for hybrid remote work under state policy and the agency’s remote work program, but requires weekly onsite work. Telework is subject to the State Teleworking Program Policy and may be discontinued by the employer at its discretion. The vacancy is open only to current North Carolina state government and current UNC System employees. The position is in the IT Finance Division, which provides financial services to DIT and advisory services to the State’s IT community. The division includes IT Finance Administration, IT Financial Planning and Analysis, and IT Accounting and Division Support, and is led by the Chief Financial Officer. The section frequently works with other DIT divisions, senior leadership, and users of internal reporting.
Requirements
- Associate degree in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of accounting experience; or high school diploma or GED and four years of accounting work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Strong knowledge of accounting methods, procedures, and practices, including experience verifying financial documents for accuracy and completeness and identifying and correcting routine financial issues.
- Proficiency with financial and accounting software systems, such as ERP systems, NCFS modules, Excel, Word, or Access, and ability to prepare clear, accurate financial reports and statements.
- Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies related to financial records; communicate financial information effectively orally and in writing; and perform accounting calculations accurately.
Responsibilities
- Process customer payments in NCFS and NetPlus, accurately update receivable records, and monitor outstanding balances with routine follow-up on aging accounts.
- Respond to vendor and staff inquiries about billing and revenue, explain payment and receivable details, and coordinate with program areas to resolve routine billing questions.
- Assist with account reconciliations, validate receivable balances, resolve basic discrepancies, and maintain accurate financial data and required documentation.
- Support month-end close by completing assigned reconciliations and preparing financial reports.
- Provide documentation for internal and external audits, ensure compliance with State policy and NCDIT internal controls, and maintain audit-ready files.
- Support process documentation and improvements, system testing, and staff training.
- Review transactions to identify and correct basic billing discrepancies in coordination with Finance Division staff and program personnel.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
