Accounting Specialist
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***We will be recruiting for two 2 positions with this post. The position numbers areand. Your application will be considered for all open positions.***
*** This role is eligible to be Hybrid and has onsite reporting located within Raleigh NC ***
The Accounting Specialist plays a critical role within the Office of the Controller (OoC) ensuring the accurate processing and classification of accounting transactions for the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This position is responsible for financial analysis across thirteen DHHS divisions requiring a strong technical understanding of accounts payable accruals 1099 codes and general ledger functions. The role demands a deep knowledge of the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) which includes Oracle Cloud Financial Modules such as General Ledger Accounts Receivable Accounts Payable Procurement Fixed Assets Employee Expenses and Cash Management. In addition to reviewing and auditing financial transactions the Accounting Specialist identifies and resolves discrepancies ensures compliance with state and federal fiscal regulations and maintains financial records.
This position provides leadership training and guidance to accounting technicians serving as a backup to the Accounts Payable (A/P) Supervisors. The Accounting Specialist is also responsible for reviewing invoices auditing financial records reconciling discrepancies and ensuring the proper allocation of funds within the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) process. This role requires strong analytical skills attention to detail and the ability to work independently while collaborating with various stakeholders including divisional staff vendors auditors and state agencies. Additionally the Accounting Specialist supports special projects recommends process improvements and ensures adherence to policies set by the Office of State Controller (OSC) Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) and the State Treasurers Office.
Key Duties Include:Accurately process and classify financial transactions including accounts payable accruals and general ledger entries in NCFS.
Review and audit invoices travel reimbursements and vendor payments to ensure compliance with DHHS OSC OSBM and federal/state fiscal regulations.
Identify research and correct financial discrepancies in accounts payable transactions and reporting.
Utilize and troubleshoot issues within NCFS Oracle Cloud Financial Modules ensuring financial data accuracy.
Assist with Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) processing reviewing accrual reports and ensuring financial data integrity.
Collaborate with divisions vendors auditors and external agencies to resolve financial inquiries and reporting discrepancies.
Provide technical support and training to accounting technicians on accounts payable expense processing and NCFS functions.
Ensure accounting processes align with state and federal fiscal regulations advising divisions on policy changes.
Maintain financial records and ensure proper filing of invoices expense reports and supplier setup forms within electronic record systems.
Support audits financial research and process enhancements for more efficient workflow .
About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health safety and wellbeing of all North Carolinians providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf blind developmentally disabled and mentally ill and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
About DHHS Office of the Controller:
The Office of the Controller sets and interprets all accounting and financial reporting policies and procedures for the Department as authorized by the rules and regulations of the Office of the State Controller and state statutes and executes all accounting transactions for DHHS.Compensation and Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options standard and supplemental retirement plans and the NCFlex program (numerous highquality lowcost benefits on a pretax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation sick and community service leave. In addition paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for benefits: more information about DHHS: Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Listed below are the knowledge skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. These KSAs along with the minimum education and experience listed are required in order to be deemed eligible for the position therefore you must provide supporting information within the body of your application to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed.
Qualified applicants must possess and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:- Proven experience conducting financial audits reviewing expenditures and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.
- Experience using an online accounting system.
- Documented experience applying a basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
- Demonstrated experience troubleshooting financial discrepancies and reconciling them.
- Experience using North Carolina Financial System (NCFS)
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
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 details.
Qualified applicants must possess and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:
Bachelors degree in accounting business administration or other curriculum that would provide a core curriculum in financial management coursework from an appropriately accredited institution
OR
Associates degree in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and three 3 years of accounting or auditing experience
OR
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four 4 years of experience as an accounting technician three of which must have been at an advanced technical level
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: uses the MeritBased Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked education with the date graduated all work experience and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD214 Member4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trust will be subject to a criminal background check.
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicants transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at Transcripts degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
NOTE: Applicants will receive communication via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions on their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact Talent Acquisition at .To check the status of an application please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click Application Status.
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