Accounting Technician II

Accounting Technician II (S)

It's the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

This position is assigned to the Assistant Accounts Payable Manager of the Accounts Payable Unit and primary responsibilities of the position require working across multiple units in Accounts Payable. The position reviews, approves and sets up Right of Way vendors daily. Validates PRGX audits by research and makes suggestions related to unclaimed credits and duplicate payments. Works to ensure policy and procedures are up to date across all sections in Accounts Payable. Opens and distributes the incoming mail for the Accounts Payable Unit. The position works with the Utility Unit to enter utility invoices as needed. The position works on special projects as assigned by management. Key strategic objectives include: upgrade financial reporting and analysis to meet organizational dynamics, partner with federal and state agencies for state-wide and agency focused initiatives to better deliver agency projects, programs, and services, develop key business performance measures and create executive and public reporting systems to track and communicate progress, improve SAP process and business process efficiencies throughout NCDOT. All staff are trained and proficient, update and maintain systematic SAP data controls.

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Demonstrated ability interpreting and applying Federal and state fiscal regulations.
• Demonstrated ability analyzing and correcting financial problems and bookkeeping errors.
• Experience in effective working relationships with the public or departmental program personnel.
• Considerable knowledge of governmental accounting methods, procedures, and financial practices.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.

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. Associate's degree in Accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of accounting experience; or High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience in accounting work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

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.