Financial Reporting Accountant

Posting Details

Classification Type: EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of this position is to perform professional accounting functions for all University special funds, including bond funds, capital improvement funds, and other restricted funds designated under this classification. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of all related financial transactions and records.

The incumbent is the primary liaison with the Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM), the Office of the State Controller (OSC), University Budget Officers, account custodians, the Director of Design and Construction, and other units within the Division of Business and Finance. The incumbent will interpret, apply, and implement policies and procedures established by the University, the State of North Carolina, and applicable federal agencies.

In addition, this position plays a key role in monthly, quarterly, and annual closeout activities, including reconciliation and financial statement preparation for capital and special funds, and contributes to the completion of the University s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Financial Reporting Department is a unit of the Comptroller s Office and provides current, comprehensive and accurate financial information to provide accountability and transparency to University, the people of North Carolina and beyond concerning its fiduciary resources.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor s degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate s degree in Accounting; or Associate s degree in Business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in higher education accounting is a plus.
• All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Required License or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Working Title

Financial Reporting Accountant

Position Number

004854

Recruitment Salary Range

Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track

No

FTE

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

Organizational Division

Asst VC Bus & Fin/Comptroller

Organizational Location

VC for Business & Finance

Organizational Unit

Financial Reporting

Posting Number

EPA
2898

Open Date

11/26/2025

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled

Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

12/10/2025

Date Position Available

01/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
Applicants seeking Veteran s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount

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