Accountant II
Job Description
Working Title
Accountant II
Position Number
717484
Appointment Type
Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track
No
FTE
1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date
Position Overview
Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight!
Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.
Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.
An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
Visit NCCU.edu.
Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.
An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
Visit NCCU.edu.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
To assist sponsors, administrators, faculty, and staff with services related to extramural funding for North Carolina Central University.
Primary Purpose of Position
To assist sponsors, administrators, faculty and staff with Post-Award services related to extramural funding for North Carolina Central University.
The post-award administrator explains, interprets and implements, university, state, federal regulations related to grant activities.
This position explains, interprets, and implements university, state, and federal accounting regulations related to grant activities. This requires a high-level of detail-oriented duties.
The post-award administrator explains, interprets and implements, university, state, federal regulations related to grant activities.
This position explains, interprets, and implements university, state, and federal accounting regulations related to grant activities. This requires a high-level of detail-oriented duties.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Accounting, Finance, Financial Analysis, Administration, Office Technology ,In depth knowledge of accounting principles, the Federal Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) , State and University policies and procedures; major federal agencies (NIH, NSF, DOD, DOEd); Federally Mandated Committees and their purpose; excellent project management, oral and writing communication skills; and strong attention to detail, including excellent organization skills; knowledge of Banner and Cayuse. Must work well with others.
Minimum Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate’s degree in Accounting; or Associate’s degree in Business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
NO
Equal Opportunity Employer
North Carolina Central University 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, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Function
Financial Management
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
This position reviews and stays abreast of university, state, and federal regulations pertaining to sponsored projects. This position calls for entering budget allocations, updating fund accounts, and managing invoices for all private sponsors.
Function
Budget Management
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
This position reviews all salary expenses on all of the sponsored projects. Currently, there are over 200 active sponsored projects. This is essential to keep up-to-date to make sure the grants are being charged correctly. Salary reconciliation is a large part of OSRP and our office relies heavily on the detail transaction review of this function. It effects all aspects of the sponsored projects. This is an increase in duties
Function
Data/Information Analysis/Management
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
This position will help to create, analyze, and disseminate financial reports to the campus. Currently, this is not a function that is automated and very manual. This is additional work to help the campus see the sponsored project activity more frequently.
Function
Other Duties as Assigned
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
Other duties as Assigned
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EPA03302P
Open Date
12/19/2024
Date desired for closing or initial review
01/20/2024
Close Date
01/18/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Date Position Available
02/03/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
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 or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A 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 Central 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.
Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A 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 Central 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.
Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
- Community Service Leave
- NC State – Health Benefits
- NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 11-12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount and more.
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