Accounting Technician II Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Accounting Technician II State of North Carolina – Dept of Transportation Wake County, NC Job Details Temporary | Full-time $16.47 – $28.83 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health insurance Parental leave Retirement plan Qualifications Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Financial auditing Mid-level Microsoft Office High school diploma or GED Accounting Contracts Computer skills 1 year Associate’s degree Accounting Full Job Description Description of Work This position is responsible for preparing contracts and awards, reviewing supporting documentation and approving requests for reimbursement, managing work order accounts from beginning to closeout for rural, urban, and regional transportation systems within assignment area. The individual will assist sub-recipients in the financial implementation of Integrated Mobility Division funded projects. The individual is responsible for implementing fiscal policies and guidance for the Federal Section 5303, 5307, 5309/5339, 5310, 5311, CARES, ARPA and CRRSAA Programs, Rural Capital Program, Rural Operating Assistance Program (Elderly and Disabled Transportation Assistance Program, Work First Transitional/Employment Transportation Assistance Program and the Rural General Public Program), Human Service Transportation Management Program, State Maintenance Assistance Program, and the Statewide Technology Program. Specialty tasks will include but not be limited to managing databases, light rail projects, fixed asset inventory, creating and managing requisitions, presenting PowerPoint Presentations at various conferences and Legislative reports upon request. This employee may be asked to lead a region and will work under the supervision of the Finance Manager (Business Officer II). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following: Thorough knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, concepts and practices Demonstrated ability to interpret, analyze and apply accounting data and the provision of standardized accounting practices adopted by state government Advanced computer skills with software efficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) In-depth knowledge of principles and practices of grants administration Demonstrated ability to interpret contract provisions.

Additional Expectations:

Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in establishing, applying, and interpreting a variety of administrative and managerial policies and procedures; ability to determine compliance with pertinent guidelines, rules, regulations, and laws; ability to evaluate problems and develop recommendations; and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of state, federal and local government officials. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Associate 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 equivalent combination of 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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail. Supplemental and Contact Information Faye T. McCullen, Administrative Specialist, 919-707-4685 Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application. NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

NOTE:

For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.