Accounting Technician

Monday - Friday (8am - 5pm)

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

THIS IS A TIME-LIMITED POSITION WITH AN ESTIMATED DURATION OF 3 YEARS.

The primary purpose of this position is to support all aspects of grants/sponsored project management for the Center for Women's Health Research, interpreting policies, rules and regulations ensuring integrity of functions. The Accounting Technician will support all post award project related financial functions and work in collaboration with Research Administration networks (Office of Sponsored Research, Sponsored Programs, and University finance departments). The position completes bi-monthly account reconciliations, manages receivables, performs collection activities, oversees travel and supply expenditures, and provides support for various projects and reporting responsibilities as needed.

Duties include, but may not be limited to:

- Preparation and review of bi-monthly reconciliation reports to verify the appropriateness of expenditures and ensuring compliance with university policy.

- Provides financial information to principal investigators and management by researching and analyzing accounting data; recommends financial actions and provides account guidance to PI and/or research staff.
- Managing account receivables and performing collection activities.

- Serves as backup in the processing all transactions including vouchers, travel requests, EPRO orders, deposits, petty cash, cash reconciliations, wire transfers, requisitions, vendor requests, journal entries and Pcard purchases.

- Serves as backup for the Business Office Assistant as it relates to administrative duties needed by the Center including supply and inventory management, picking up and distributing mail and overseeing maintenance contracts for equipment and facilities.

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

This candidate MUST be highly detail oriented, organized, team oriented, engaged, and able to work effectively/efficiently with a high degree of accuracy. Must be client oriented and solution focused to the benefit of the client. This position will use data analysis tools, like Microsoft Excel and should be an intermediate to advanced user in order to qualify for this position. Considerable knowledge of accounting methods, procedures, and accounting practices. General knowledge of a variety of technology, financial systems, and software packages to create and maintain data. Ability to understand, interpret, and apply the laws and regulations pertaining to financial records. Ability to prepare fiscal reports and analyze financial statements. Ability to present financial information clearly and concisely in oral and written form. Ability to research, identify, and resolve discrepancies in accounting transactions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

* Higher Education experience preferred
* Knowledge of project management
* PeopleSoft systems experience

Prefer candidate with extensive UNC accounting experience and knowledge of the financial side of ConnectCarolina or PeopleSoft. Knowledge of funding program specifics and accounting principles and their application to cost, governmental accounting, and non-governmental accounting. Experience with post-award grant accounting, with the ability to identify substantive issues, and thoroughly and accurately research and analyze them in order to anticipate budgetary adjustments.

This position requires outstanding written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to multi-task different projects and accounts, adhere to strict deadlines and promote a high level of customer service. The candidate must have the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Organizational and planning skills are essential to success in this position. Must have extensive and demonstrated computer skills and experience in standard office and financial management systems.

Not Applicable.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.