Financial Reporting , Compliance Manager
About The Position
The Financial Reporting, Compliance Manager is a management-level position within the North Carolina Department of State Treasurer, responsible for the department’s accounting and financial reporting functions, including reporting on more than $150 billion in public funds managed by the State Treasurer. The role reports directly to the Accounting Director for the Financial Operations Division and is considered essential to department operations. Essential duties may require mandatory onsite work during adverse or crisis situations, and are a condition of continued employment. The manager leads financial reporting for the department, including preparing the State Treasurer’s Office contribution to the statewide Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, five Employer Allocation reports, audited stand-alone financial reports, and numerous monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. The role serves as the primary contact for financial audits, completes Office of the State Controller reporting packages, and ensures compliance with GASB standards, GAAP, applicable regulations, and the State’s EAGLE internal control program. It also manages policy updates, self-assessments, records retention, and assigned staff supervision and development. The position requires strong ethical and fiscal responsibility and significant collaboration with state agencies, including the Office of the State Controller, Office of State Budget and Management, North Carolina General Assembly, and Office of State Auditor, as well as external audit firms, actuaries, financial institutions, and bond rating agencies. The position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays; telework arrangements may change at management’s discretion.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or in business administration, finance, public administration, or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution, with 18 semester hours of accounting coursework; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Six years of professional accounting experience preparing and reviewing interpretive or analytical accounting, financial statements, and reports, including at least two years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) practices.
- Ability to interpret and apply complex federal and state regulations and provide technical guidance.
- Ability to use accounting judgment and theory to resolve fiscal issues and present results of analysis.
- Strong financial reporting and accounting experience.
- Strong ethical and fiscal responsibility.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Responsibilities
- Lead all accounting and financial reporting functions for the Department of State Treasurer.
- Prepare the State Treasurer’s Office input to the statewide Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, five Employer Allocation reports, audited stand-alone financial reports, and monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for financial audits and complete Office of the State Controller reporting packages.
- Ensure compliance with GASB standards, GAAP, applicable laws and regulations, and the State’s EAGLE internal control program.
- Manage policy updates, self-assessments, and records retention processes.
- Supervise assigned staff and provide performance management, coaching, development, and training.
- Establish and maintain adequate internal accounting and management controls for proper recording of financial transactions and compliance.
- Maintain technical expertise in financial accounting, GAAP, GASB pronouncements, and implementation of new accounting and reporting standards.
- Provide advice and technical guidance on financial reporting and accounting decisions concerning state and local governments.
- Coordinate with state agencies and external organizations, including auditors, actuaries, financial institutions, and bond rating agencies.
Benefits
- Health insurance options
- Standard and supplemental retirement plans
- NC Flex benefits program
- Paid vacation leave
- Paid sick leave
- Community service leave
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
- Free access to a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week campus gym
- Free employee parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
