Accountant, Business Administration, Financial Analyst

Overview

Posting Information:
Account, Accountant in the College Of Engineering - Dean's Office/Administration.

Location:

Raleigh, NC.

Working Title:

Accountant. Anticipated Hiring Range: $64,000-$67,000.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, additional hours as needed. Internal Recruitment:
No.

Department:
College Of Engineering - Dean's Office/Administration. About the Department:
The College of Engineering at North Carolina State University focuses on meeting the Grand Challenges of the 21st Century through discovery, innovation, education and outreach. The Finance Office oversees the strategic management of financial resources to support research, education, and outreach, ensuring fiscal integrity and compliance while enabling the college s mission.

As a Pack member, you belong here and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. We offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And more

Attain Work-life balance with childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs. Disclaimer:
Perks and benefit eligibility are based on Part-Time or Full-Time status; eligibility and employer-sponsored plans are provided in linked resources.

As an accountant for the College of Engineering you will support day-to-day financial operations, manage complex budgets, and help ensure compliance with university, state, and federal requirements. You will work with the Dean s Office, college units, and central offices to provide financial guidance for accurate reporting, stewardship of resources, and efficient business processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Program Management & Budgeting:
  Prepare, manage, and analyze budgets for Dean s Office projects including state appropriations, receipts, trust funds, and F&A-supported projects.
• Maintain budget projections and tracking tools; analyze financial data, recommend adjustments, and process corrections or reversals as needed.
• Monitor accounts, special funds, and allocations to align with approved budgets.
• Provide transactional financial support to college units (Finance, Facilities, Communications, Research Administration, Human Resources, and Associate Dean offices).

• Transactional Administration & Purchasing:
  Process vouchers, journals, Marketplace orders, P-card transactions, purchase orders, requisitions, and travel; coordinate purchase orders over $5,000 and manage vendor setup/updates; act as point of contact for transaction questions.

• Financial Monitoring, Compliance & Contract Review:
  Monitor accounts for compliance with Cost Accounting Standards, NC policies; assist with audit planning, quarterly reviews, and financial summary reports; review data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies; approve transactions; complete first-level contract reviews with central purchasing; communicate spending and travel guidelines.

• Professional Knowledge & Team Support:
  Process new account requests per policies; provide backup for billing; serve as backup CAMS coordinator and Risk Insurance representative; participate in finance and research administration meetings.

Note:

If you are detail-oriented, able to interpret policies, exercise sound judgment, and balance accuracy with compliance and customer service, we encourage you to apply.

May take on occasional additional duties beyond the core responsibilities.

Minimum

Education and Experience:

Bachelor s degree with 12 accounting credit hours; or Associate s degree in accounting or in business or related discipline with 12 accounting credit hours; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from accredited institutions.

Other

Required Qualifications:

n/a

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor s degree in Business Administration or Accounting;
People Soft HR/Financials experience or similar system; experience with PINS, RADAR, NSF Fast Lane, grants.gov, and WRS Systems.

Required License(s) or Certification(s): n/a

Valid NC Driver s License required:
No. Commercial Driver s License required:
No.

Job Open Date: 01/22/2026. Anticipated Close Date: 02/04/2026 (if posting is still active, we are accepting applications).

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please attach Cover Letter, Resume/CV, and Contact Information for three professional references.

Position Number: . Position Type: EPS/SAAO. Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0. Appointment: 12 Month Recurring. Mandatory/Adverse Weather:
Non Mandatory. Emergency Events:
Non Mandatory. Department  - College Of Engineering - Dean s Office/Administration. EEO: NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment regardless of age, color, disability,…