Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager provides strategic leadership for the financial and business operations of the College of Veterinary Medicine, ensuring resources are managed effectively in support of the college's academic, research, and clinical missions. Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Finance & Business, this position oversees financial management, business operations, compliance, and internal controls while promoting operational excellence and sound fiscal stewardship across the college.

In this role, you will partner with college leadership, faculty, department administrators, and central university offices to provide financial guidance, strengthen business processes, and ensure compliance with university, state, and federal regulations. Through collaborative leadership and continuous process improvement, you will help the college make informed financial decisions, enhance operational efficiency, and support long-term organizational success.

Key responsibilities fall within the following core functional areas:

• Financial Leadership & Stewardship
• Business Operations & Process Improvement
• Leadership & Collaboration

If you are a strategic, collaborative leader who enjoys improving processes, solving complex problems, and building strong partnerships, this could be the opportunity for you. We are seeking someone who leads with integrity, exercises sound judgment, communicates effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, and is committed to supporting the mission of the College of Veterinary Medicine through exceptional financial and business leadership.

Other responsibilities may include occasional opportunities to take on additional duties.

Minimum education and experience requirements include a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or other related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework and three years of professional accounting experience, of which at least one is supervisory. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Other required qualifications include experience managing financial operations, budgeting, and business functions within a complex organization. Knowledge of financial management principles, compliance requirements, and the administration of multiple funding sources is necessary. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets are required, as well as demonstrated ability to analyze financial data, prepare reports, and present recommendations that support operational and strategic decision-making.

Preferred qualifications include experience managing financial and business operations within a higher education, academic health, or similarly complex public-sector environment. Proficiency using enterprise financial systems and financial reporting tools to manage budgets, reporting, and financial transactions is also preferred.

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.