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Payroll Overpayment Analyst


Job Location:

Wake County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 50088 - 87654
Posted: 15 August 2026 (13 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - Administration

Job Classification Title

Accountant I (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC13

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention protection and preparation as well as the care custody and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody healthcare and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration Health Services Rehabilitation & Reentry Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

This position performs professional operating and cost accounting work applying established accounting theory and practices to accurately record classify examine and analyze financial transaction data. The role is responsible for maintaining and overseeing financial records managing grants and contracts monitoring payroll activities processing financial transactions and preparing detailed financial reports to support organizational decisionmaking.

Key Duties

Maintain reconcile and monitor complex financial data and accounting records
Prepare analyze and distribute monthly quarterly and annual financial reports
Process a variety of financial transactions ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies
Track manage and report on grants contracts and related expenditures
Oversee payrollrelated financial activity including auditing and reconciliation
Review and analyze financial documentation for accuracy completeness and compliance
Provide technical guidance on accounting procedures and financial best practices
Support audits and internal reviews by preparing schedules reports and documentation

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $50088 - $87654

NC 13

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.The Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not. Applicants whopossessthe following skills are preferred:

Experience in SAP Payroll module and its functionality Employee Self Service and system reporting tools such as queries and online reports.

Experience interpreting and analyzing salary overpayment data in DAC Accounting System (ACT) and explaining and applying the provision of standard accounting practices.

Experience combining multiple data sources such as online transactions reports queries to find the root cause of salary overpayments and make appropriate resolutions.

Experience maintaining effective working relationships with representatives of related contact agencies departmental staff team members and the public.

Experience working independently and managing competing priorities.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night BeforeTheEnd Date

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Health Insurance options

  • Retirement Plans

  • NCFlexSupplemental Benefits

  • Paid Vacation Sick and Community Service Leave

  • Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefitswebsiteforadditionalinformation.

This is an internal posting open only for current NorthCarolinastate government employees and eligiblestate government reduction in force (RIF)candidates from northCarolinastate government or current temporary employees.

The primary purpose of the Department of Adult Correction Controllers Office is to ensure 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 the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) regarding transactions which affect the financial responsibility of this department and is accountable to the Office of the State Controller for the integrity of that data.

Application Process

NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application.Applications must include:

  • Complete education history (including high school)

  • Full work experience details

  • Certificates and licenses if applicable

  • Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

  • Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications mayimpactscreening and salary determination.

  • Applicantsmaybe subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

If multiple applications aresubmitted only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

Education Equivalency Verification

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) 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 and National Guard Preference

  • Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

  • 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 members 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.

PREA Requirement

The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the National Standards to Prevent Detect and Respond to Prison Rape. Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction:PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed toparticipatein the job application or interview process please contact the personindicatedbelow.

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 or a degree in business administration finance public administration or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution with 18 semester hours of accounting; or 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:

Lisa Warren Byrd

Email:


Required Experience:

IC