Accounting Supervisor BSHIP

Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Battleship

Job Classification Title

Business Officer I (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC14

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state including 27 historic sites seven history museums two art museums five science museums four aquariums 35 state parks four recreation areas dozens of state trails and natural areas the North Carolina Zoo the State Library the State Archives the N.C. Arts Council the African American Heritage Commission the American Indian Heritage Commission the State Historic Preservation Office the Office of State Archaeology the Highway Historical Markers program the N.C. Land and Water Fund and the Natural Heritage Program. The Departments vision is to be the leader in using the states natural and cultural resources to build the social cultural educational and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information please visit . We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!

Description of Work

The position reports directly to the Business Officer II and in their absence the Executive Director and is involved in a supporting function for managements strategic planning of externalinternal initiatives.

The Business Officer I position is responsible for administering and managing staff in the daily business and financial activities that ensure integrity of financial data and results in accurate financial reports and records used by management departments the commissions board and internal and external parties culminating in the preparation of accurate financial statements. The position also serves as a key liaison for external audits and internal policy implementation.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Lead and approve daily accounting operations ensuring accurate general ledger activity and proper revenue and expense recognition. Enforce compliance with government accounting standards and maintain processes aligned with NC Office of State Controller requirements.
Direct and develop accounting staff resolving transaction issues and strengthening day-to-day financial operations. Partner with department leaders to align purchasing budgeting and financial processes while delivering targeted training.
Manage financial systems and integrations across accounting POS and reservation platforms to ensure accurate real-time data. Oversee reconciliations system updates and access controls while troubleshooting issues and improving functionality.
Strengthen internal controls and reporting by monitoring financial processes identifying risks and implementing corrective actions. Lead year-end closeout audit preparation and required reporting including ACFR support and payroll filings.
Oversee grants capital projects and restricted funds ensuring accurate tracking reporting and compliance. Prepare reimbursements and coordinate fund transfers to maintain transparency and accountability.
Supervise inventory management including year-end counts reconciliations and valuation adjustments. Ensure accurate reporting within POS systems and maintain clean audit-ready records.
Oversee payroll banking and cash flow operations including timekeeping approvals fund transfers and vendor payments. Deliver financial reporting variance analysis and budget support to leadership to guide decision-making.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

Recruitment Range: $52592.00 - $67000.00

To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form listed as general statements listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed onthe vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge skills and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are notrequired. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Considerable knowledge of financial reporting software applications and/or PCI complianceissues.

• Demonstrated experience working independently with minimal supervision whilemanagingmultiple priorities with competing deadlines.

• Working knowledge ofstate and federal guidelines personnelpayrolland budgeting; considerable knowledge of governmentalor fundaccounting methodsand concepts; ability to analyze financialtransactions forproblems

Position/Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM.

• Must be able to traverse steep stairs and ramp enroute to assigned workspace.

This position is located at:

1 Battleship Rd NE

Wilmington NC 28401

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.

Bachelors degree in accounting business finance or other discipline related to the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution AND two years of progressive related experience one year of which should be in a supervisory role OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Section/Unit Description

The purpose of the Financial Management Department of the USS NC Battleship Commission (Commission)is to develop policies and procedures and implement processes to support the financial infrastructure and systems necessary to meet the accounting and financial reporting requirements.

Division Description

The Battleship North Carolina Memorial serves as the States memorial to those North Carolinians who served and died in WWII as well as a tribute to all veterans past and addition the Battleship Memorial serves as an attraction and a center of education for all levels of students. The purpose of the organizational unit is to maintain preserve repair and restore the Battleship to ensure safe access to the public. The Battleship is a self-sustaining State property that relies on ticket sales grants and donations to operate rather than appropriated funds. Due to operating as a state-owned enterprise the Battleship staff must conduct fiscal and operational management in an often complex environment requiring unique skills and knowledge. here to learn about employee perks and benefits.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge skills and abilities without regard to race religion color national origin sex pregnancy gender identity or expression sexual orientation age (40 or older) disability National Guard or veteran status genetic information political affiliation or political influence.

We are an Employment First state ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women establish paid parental leave for birth adoption and foster care and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes values respects and supports all members of our work community.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

• Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.

• Be sure to complete the application in full. Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date.

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit to learn more.

Veterans and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty along with the state application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.

Employment Eligibility

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

CONTACT INFORMATION:

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

109 E. Jones Street Raleigh NC 27601

Phone:

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:

Melissa Riley

Email: