Accounting Technician – University of North Carolina

Title of the Job: Accounting Technician

Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Job Description: The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the payment and student payroll coordinator for all funds within the department of Health Policy and Management. Transaction types this position processes include but are not limited to: paying invoices via vouchers, p-card, or internal billing; placing requisitions and purchase orders; making journal entries, travel requests/reimbursements, daily deposits; and updating the vendor database. As the student appointment and payroll coordinator for the department, duties include but are not limited to: communicating appointment and benefit information to students; creating and maintaining positions; processing appointments /terminations; enrolling students in graduate health insurance; entering non-service, tuition and fee awards; and processing salary source changes. This role tracks in-state and tuition remission budget balances and monitors job end dates for student appointments, proactively determining whether students should be reappointed, extended, or terminated. This person must maintain familiarity with campus financial and student HR and payment systems, policies, and procedures, and must be able to clearly communicate accounting and student funding policies to students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• The successful candidate for this position must be able to:

o Compile and verify the accuracy of data from campus financial reporting systems.
o Prepare and disseminate accurate, understandable and timely financial reports.
o Recognize and research unusual account activity and potentially incorrect expense amounts and payment sources, and resolve the issues.
o Understand and adhere to internal controls and accounting policies and procedures.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are critical in this position for communicating effectively with faculty, staff, and students. Effective communication skills are required to:

o Interpret and explain complex regulations and policies to diverse audiences in a clear and understandable manner.
o Serve as a knowledgeable consultant on matters pertaining to accounting transactions and student funding to faculty, staff, and students in the department.

• Must have the ability to learn and develop expertise in campus financial, payroll, and student award systems (ConnectCarolina, GradStar, Lawlogix, InfoPorte, Works (P-card), Concur (Travel)).
• Must be well organized and very detail-oriented; a self-starter, with the ability to manage time and work independently so that tasks are completed and deadlines met.
• This role requires demonstrated knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products, including strong skills in Excel.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Experience working in higher education.
• Relevant accounting, transaction processing and account reconciliation experience.
• Student funding and payroll experience.
• Experience working with a variety of fund types including state, F&A, receipt funds, trust funds, or contracts and grants.
• Experience using UNC financial systems (or equivalent) including ConnectCarolina (PeopleSoft), InfoPorte, GradStar, Lawlogix, Works (P-Card), Concur (Travel) is preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority ResponsibilitiesNot Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Special Instructions
Quick LinkContact InformationOffice of Human Resources Contact InformationIf you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to [email protected]Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer StatementThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Company Name: University of North Carolina

Salary: $41175 – 52000 per year

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