Accounting Technician

Wake County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Safety

Division

Dept of Public Safety

Job Classification Title

Accounting Technician I (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC05

About Us

The Department of Public Safetys mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation prevention and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions including Emergency Management Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Alcohol Law Enforcement Samarcand Training Academy and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3000 employees and 12000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.

Description of Work

Start your journey towards success! We are currently accepting applications for an Accounting Technician I in the Controllers Office of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety.

The Accounting Technician I is responsible for providing accurate accounts payable and disbursement processing services for General Accounting invoices.

Specific duties include:
Accessing the Smartsheet System in order to obtain invoices from each DPS Division.
Reviewing and processing Direct Payment Invoices and/or Purchase Order (PO-Matching) Numbered Invoices.
Utilizing the NC E-Procurement System and the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) to research enter and pay invoices for goods and services for all DPS Divisions.
Reconciling payment data and troubleshooting problems with payments and accounts.
Consulting with vendors and staff regarding account issues.
Processing confidential documents for juvenile drug screens physicals and other medical specialties.
Processing physician contract services and federal grant payments.

The employee in this position should possess the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all levels of departmental staff; the ability to explain and interpret financial information while responding to staff as well as vendors; the ability to verify and ensure the accuracy and validity of accounts payable transactions; the ability to examine accounting records to assure adherence to accounting standards and regulations; and the ability to recognize and solve problems of moderate complexity on a proactive basis.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits including paid vacation paid sick leave paid holidays retirement and health insurance. The work schedule is Monday - Friday 8am -5pm. We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program.

About the Controllers Office
The DPS Controllers Office ensures that all department financial resources and funds are received disbursed recorded and accounted for in accordance with all applicable State and Federal laws and regulations Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Department policy and procedures. The Controllers Office at the agency level has oversight responsibility of Department policy and procedures. The Controllers Office at the agency level has oversight responsibility of the department and is accountable to the office of the State Controller for the integrity of that data.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $32639.00 - $57117.00

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to theState Human Resources Actwith the most qualified individuals.

The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E)is REQUIRED toqualify for this position. Management Preferences including Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) are notrequiredbut may be used todeterminethe pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants whodemonstrateManagement Preferences.

All work history and education (includingaccuratedates of employment/attendance) must be documentedonthe experience may include internships volunteerism and full and part-time work. A complete all-inclusive application maximizes an applicants potential to qualify for the position as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations for the advertised position.Click here for more information and application resources.

Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but arenota substitute for a complete application.

Management Preferences

Experience processing direct payment invoices and/or purchase order (PO) numbered invoicesand/orother invoice types.
Experience with the following types of invoices: medical specialties physician contract servicesand/orfederal grant payments.
Experience in Accounts Payable.
Experience using the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS)and/orother electronic accounting system(s).

The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the National Standards to Prevent Detect and Respond to Prison Rape.PREA Hiring and Promotion ProhibitionsSelected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice involved and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency prior convictions and/or charges may prohibitemployment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

For applicants with student loans becoming a state employee may include eligibility forthe Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit learn more.

Transcripts

Attaching transcripts is optional;however we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts toassistin providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.
Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification:
Experience
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years andwasdischarged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide informationregardingthe status of your application. Please log in to your Workday account to check the status of your application. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by the hiring you are no longer under consideration you will receive an email notification when the position is filled.
For more information about the application process pleasevisit State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions. For technical issues related to your Workday applications please place a support ticket. For basic informationregardingemployment with North Carolina State Government please call .
If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact Laura Holloway at

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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.
Associates degree in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two (2) years of experience in accounting work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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:
Laura B Holloway
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AgencySafetyDivision Dept of Public SafetyJob Classification TitleAccounting Technician I (S)Position NumberGradeNC05About UsThe Department of Public Safetys mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation prevention and protection with...