Accounting Technician I

Agency

Dept of Administration

Division

Fiscal Management Office

Job Classification Title

Accounting Technician I (S)

Position Number

60014123

Grade

NC05

About Us

The NC Department of Administration is the business manager for North Carolina state government. The department oversees Government Operations such as building construction, purchasing and contracting for goods and services, maintaining facilities, managing state vehicles, acquiring and disposing of real property, and operating auxiliary services such as courier mail delivery and the sale of state and federal surplus property. Additionally, the department manages many of the state's advocacy programs that provide assistance and services to diverse segments of the state's population that have been traditionally underserved.

Description of Work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

*MAX SALARY FOR THIS POSITION IS: $45,526

Accounting Specialist

NC Department of Administration

Fiscal Management Division

Recruitment Range: $34,703 - $45,526

Position Number: 60014123

 Salary Grade: NC 07

This position is located at: 325 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC  27603

Employment Incentives with NC State Government

We value our employees and offer a variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits including:

• 12 annual paid holidays

• Health Insurance and Supplemental Benefits including Dental and Vision.

• NC State Retirement Plan

Click more about employee perks and benefits at https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits.
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Come Join Our Team!

This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of a State Teleworking Program. Any teleworking will be under the conditions of the State Teleworking Program Policy, and the employer may end any teleworking arrangement at any time at the employer’s sole discretion. 

The North Carolina Department of Administration (DOA) is seeking applicants for an Accounts Payable Technician in the Fiscal Management Division.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit: The Fiscal Management Division is responsible for all fiscal activity of the department in conformity with the requirements of the Office of State Budget and Management, the Office of State Controller, the Department of State Auditor, and federal funding agencies. The office processes invoices and travel reimbursements for payment; invoices user agencies for central services; responsible for all monthly financial activities and reporting including month and year-end close-out; recommends and administers fiscal policy within the department.

Key Responsibilities:

The primary purpose of this position is to perform Accounts Payable duties to ensure utility and other recurring payment obligations of the DOA and related agencies (Lt. Governor's Office and Department of Military and Veterans Affairs) are paid accurately and in a timely manner. In addition, this position processes miscellaneous direct and purchase order invoices, as well as travel reimbursement requests as assigned by the AP Supervisor.

The work involves auditing invoices and invoice approval forms prior payments are entered into the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS). That requires considerable knowledge of agency practices and procedures. All work to be performed in compliance with DOA Fiscal policies, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Office of State Budget Management Manual, Procurement Administrative Code, and Office of State Controller policies, rules, and regulations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Audit invoices for correctness, verifying proper fund and account coding, correct 1099 coding, verifying vendor information, and ensuring proper approvals.
• Process monthly utility payments for energy, water, phone and computer services. Ensures proper allocation of charges to the appropriate funding.  
• Process monthly temporary solution invoices while ensuring charges are allocated to the appropriate funds.  
• Identifying, researching and resolving discrepancies in invoices, travel reimbursement requests and payments. Implement improved processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. 

• Maintain position-related spreadsheets and supplier files, and update supplier database as necessary. Resolve miscellaneous AP-related issues.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Accounts Payable supervisor.

This position requires frequent interaction with DOA, related agencies, as well as internal and external stakeholders, and must be able to establish effective working relationships with the public and departmental personnel.

Division/ Department Overview:

The Department of Administration serves as the business manager for North Carolina state government and provides leadership to state government agencies for the effective, efficient, economical and equitable delivery of services to the public. The department also provides assistance and services to several advocacy programs that serve diverse segments of the state’s population that have traditionally been underserved. The agency’s mission directs departmental efforts to: acquire, develop and maintain properties and facilities; create and operate an efficient system to purchase and dispose of goods and services to meet the needs of government agencies; provide excellent operational services to state employees; achieve fair and equitable opportunities and representation for various segments of the population that have special needs; and to provide administrative support to independent state government agencies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES:

Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

• Knowledge of accounting methods, procedures, and accounting practices.
• Experienced in compiling, summarizing, and analyzing data.
• Experienced in auditing and problem solving.
• Experience in Microsoft Outlook, Excel (electronic work sheet creation and formula driven), and Word.
• Experience in auditing and processing invoices and travel reimbursements.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High school or General Education Development Diploma (GED) and three (3) years of experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

NOTE: "See Resume" is not acceptable to show work history.

Some state job advertisements include the phrase “or equivalent combination of education and experience” in the minimum education and experience requirements.  If that language appears below, you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:

** PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ON-LINE USING THIS WEBSITE **

All applicants must complete and submit a state application for employment using the new Workday Online Job Application System for the State of North Carolina. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resumes on application form) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. Please make sure you complete the application in full. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted. Other attachments (except a DD-214 copy) will also be accepted but not used in screening for qualifying credit. Applicants are required to scan and attach a copy of their DD-214 (Form 4) or discharge orders if they wish to obtain veterans preference.  Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status". It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the DOA Human Resources Office.

CONTACT INFORMATION
NC Department of Administration
Human Resources Management Office
Attn: Human Resources Specialist
325 N Salisbury Street
Raleigh, NC  27699-1322
Phone: 984-236-0040

If a position advertises a bonus, this verbiage is also included:

The Department of Administration (DOA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DOA uses Merit-based Recruitment to select from among the most qualified applicants to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act.

Bonus qualified applicant must be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirement:

“To be eligible for a Sign-on Bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of NC system, within the last 12 months as an employee subject to the State Human Resources Act.” 

Eligibility and requirements will be discussed during the interview process. 

This Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found at https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy.

 

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Jenna L Batchelor

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]