Job title: Accounting Technician in Raleigh, NC at North Carolina State University
Company: North Carolina State University
Job description: Job Posting Information
Posting Number PG194604SP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Accounting Technician
Anticipated Hiring Range $55,000 - $65,000
Work Schedule Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Foundations Accounting & Investments
About the DepartmentFoundations Accounting and Investments (FAI) under the direction of the University Treasurer, is responsible for providing investment, financial reporting, budgeting, accounting and corporate governance oversight for seven (7) University-related foundations, the NC State Investment Fund, Inc. (NCSIF), the Endowment Fund of NC State University, the Alumni Association, the NC State Partnership Corporation, nine (9) subsidiary LLC's and a non-profit subsidiary of one of the foundations. Each of these entities provides substantial resources in support of the University through its various colleges. As of June 30, 2024, these responsibilities included approximately 13,000 funds with a combined market value in excess of $2.5 billion and an endowment of $2.22 billion that will contribute $86 million in spending for fiscal 2026.
Essential Job DutiesJoin a mission-driven team where your attention to detail helps ensure the financial integrity behind vital research and donor support. As an Accounting Technician, you'll play a key role in maintaining the accuracy of daily cash transactions and ensuring that gifts and matching funds are properly accounted for-safeguarding trust with donors and meeting the highest standards in audit and reporting.
In this role, you will:
- Lead the audit of daily cash deposits, reconciling amounts with Gift Processing batch records.
- Review all check payments to verify correct payee, ensure funds belong to a foundation account, and process deposits accurately via Remote Deposit Capture (RDC).
- Reconcile matching gift and LOBO clearing accounts monthly to ensure correct allocation with full documentation.
- Help ensure funds are applied to the appropriate legal entity and fund, supporting financial reporting, audit readiness, and donor stewardship.
This position is critical to ensuring funds are deposited and recorded correctly-an effort that directly supports research impact, compliance, and donor confidence.
We encourage applicants with cash management or gift administration experience to apply and be part of a team where accuracy and accountability make a difference every day.
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Other ResponsibilitiesQualificationsMinimum Experience/Education
High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Other Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of accounting principles, bookkeeping practices, and financial regulations (or the ability to learn quickly).
- Proficiency-or ability to develop proficiency-in Excel, accounting systems, databases, and word processing tools.
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage tasks independently.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills and ability to explain accounting procedures and financial policies to others.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-centric approach for working with internal teams and external partners and the ability to communicate solutions when under pressure.
Preferred QualificationsPrior experience with Remote Deposit Capture, PeopleSoft Financials, and Advance or similar systems.
Required License or CertificationN/A
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 05/23/2025
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 05/30/2025
Notice to Applicants
Please note that the work history on your resume, must also be included in your application.
Special Instructions
Please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.
Position DetailsPosition Number 00111475
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Accounting Technician
Position Classification Band Level Advanced
Position Classification Salary Range $ 33,540 - $ 63,478
Salary Grade Equivalency GN
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 492001 - Foundations Accounting & Inves
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC 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.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * How did you learn of this opportunity?
- NCSU Website
- Job Alert (automated email from our system)
- NCSU Executive Search Services
- Monster.com
- CareerBuilder.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Other Online Job Board
- Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
- Job / Career Fair
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Professional Journal
- Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
- Radio / Television Advertisement
- Professional Organization
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
- NCSU Employee Referral
- Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
- Other
- If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.
(Open Ended Question) * * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Accounting Technician position.
- High school diploma/GED and at least one year of accounting experience
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in any field
- Combination of post high school education and/or experience in accounting to equal at least 1 year
- Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and accounting experience to equal 5 years (ex. 3 years of high school and 2 years experience)
- None of the above
Application Materials Required
Required Documents * Resume
- Cover Letter
- Contact Information for References
Optional Documents
Expected salary: $55000 - 65000 per year
Location: Raleigh, NC
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