Accounting Technician

Bachelor's Degree with a major in Accounting or Business Administration and one year of accounting/auditing experience in the preparation of interpretive or analytical accounting/financial statements and reports; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Computer literate, or trained in the use of personal computer, spreadsheets (Lotus/Excel, etc.), Banner software experience, and word processing.

Ability to use 10-key calculator.

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The primary purpose of this position is to provide accounting work in support of Gifts Accounting in the Division of Business and Finance. The position will conduct independent analysis and interpretation of the fiscal data and apply accounting theory and principles within the policies of state and federal guidelines. Position will audit and execute various transactions for entry into the accounting system and verify the integrity of transactions. Resolves internal and external problems and questions related to gifts and receipts. Ensures effective internal controls are up-to-date and operational procedures are in place.

Duties also include ensuring the fiscal integrity of donations and related receipts entered into the financial system, prepares and submits deposits with the University Cashier's Office, prepares scheduled gift reports for fund owners, and other related duties as necessary. Audits and prepares for submission travel invoices for payment, and other duties as necessary.

The Capital Improvements and Gifts Accounting area is a unit of the Comptroller's Office responsible for all accounting functions and special reports for capital improvements activities, gift donations and receipts including preparing and submitting monthly reports, depositing and recording donations to the financial system of non-state, non-auxiliary and non contracts and grants Funds, entering capital financial information into University's financial system as well as State systems.

Gifts Accounting is responsible for the fiscal integrity of donations and related receipts entered into the financial system.

The Unit edits budget entries for into the financial system and maintaining budgets as requested by fund owners for gifts, discretionary, miscellaneous receipts, and agency fund types.

Additionally, the Unit's responsibilities includes reconciling to the State's Cash Management System ( CMCS) and processing entries related to projects which are on the State's Integrated Budget Information System ( IBIS), maintain project budgets in the state's construction system Interscope+.

Prepares deposits, reconciles and sends notifications to campus partners of donation receipts and maintains database thereof.

Reports scholarship information to campus fund owners.

Send fund cash deficit notifications to fund owners and records transactions to resolve.

Audits, reconciles and prepares various transactions (including complex entries) for entry into the accounting system and verify the integrity of the transactions.

Analyzes and interprets immigration data regarding foreign national payees' residency/status and payments.

Calculate adjustments within state and federal guidelines ensuring appropriate tax liability is paid and reconciled.

Assists with financial reports required by the state and federal agencies.

Initiates and facilitates domestic and global financial transactions.

Audits travel invoices and initiates payment thereof.

Ensures compliance with accounting principles in addition to local, state, and federal requirements.

Understands relevant accounting systems and procedures.

Ensures a generally accepted accounting principles ( GAAP) level of accuracy; requires 100% accuracy in most cases.

Prevents erroneous calculations and misinterpretation of regulations because it can adversely affect the University's cash position, financial reports, account budgets, and jeopardize funding sources.

Follows policies and regulations when performing work. This includes, but are not limited to Office of State Controller, State Budget Office, UNC-General Administration, Division of Business and Finance Policies and Procedures Manual, FASB/ GASB, AICPA, NACUBO, State of North Carolina Sales and Use Tax Administrative Rules, NC Department of Revenue Tax Regulations, IRS 1099 Regulations, U.S. Tax Guides for Foreign Persons and Those Who Pay Them, U.S. Tax Treaties, U.S. Tax Guide for Aliens, Assorted Miscellaneous IRS Publications, IOMA Publications on Accounting and Accounts Payable Best Practices, and applicable state and federal legislation.

Uses a variety of equipment such as computers, calculator, telephone, and etc.

Collaborates in the development, documentation, and communication of financial procedures to strengthen internal controls.

Interacts and maintains relationship with others in the University in order to gather and disseminate information.

Analyzes and approves University requests.

Researches and resolves internal and external problems and questions.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more: