Senior Accountant Job Belmont area,North Carolina USA,Accounting

Salary

$65,120.00 Annually

Job Type

Full-Time Regular Staff

Job Number

Division

Finance and Operations

Department

Accounting Services

Opening Date

07/22/2026

SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant provides performance of the financial functions of the Textile Technology Center (TTC) and Kimbrell Fiber Innovation Center (KFIC).

This role ensures sound financial management, financial compliance, across a portfolio that includes federal grants, industry-sponsored projects, and testing services. The Senior Accountant serves as the primary liaison to Vice-President of Fiber Innovation and Facility Development and the Executive Director of Textile Technology Center.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Management

Perform accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, billing, with the assistance of administrative staff.

Assist with the development of, monitor, and manage operating, project, and grant budgets.

Provide financial reporting and analysis.

Ensure accurate accounting, reconciliations, and audit-ready records.

Customer Billing & Revenue

Oversee customer accounts, invoicing, collections, and revenue tracking.

Oversee customer set-up and registration into customer systems where applicable.

Support pricing, cost estimation, and fee-for-service operations.

Assist with collections of outstanding bills.

Grants & Compliance

Ensure financial compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) and sponsor requirements.

Support proposal budgeting, reporting, and audit activities.

Procurement & Contracts

Work with the College Procurement staff to perform purchasing, vendor management within the financial system, and facilitate contract administration.

Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal contract and procurement regulations.

Stakeholder Support

Collaborate with leadership, faculty, industry partners, and customers.

Work collaboratively and closely with administrative assistants to complete financial and operational tasks.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

Five years of experience in financial management, business operations, or grants administration.
Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and billing processes.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Masters degree in a related field.
Experience in higher education, research, or federally funded programs.
Knowledge of Quick Books
Knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
Experience with Department of Defense, NSF, or similar programs.
Professional certifications (CPA, CGFM, PMP).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Generally, works in a traditional climate-controlled office environment and requires the ability to sit for extended periods.
Some walking, standing, and bending, with the ability to lift and maneuver items weighing up to 25 pounds required.
Work environment can be stressful at times in dealing with a wide variety of challenges and deadlines.
In addition to regular office hours, position sometimes requires hours beyond the normal workday.

BENEFITS

Gaston College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our regular employees.

State Health Plan
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Additional Supplemental Insurances
NC State Retirement Plan
Supplemental Retirement Plans
Disability Benefits, Long- and Short-Term
Longevity Pay
State Employees'' Credit Union Eligibility
Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Child/Student Involvement, Education, and Voluntary Shared)
Paid Holidays
Educational Advancement Compensation
Tuition Assistance
Employee Discount Program
Benefits Overview Booklet

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* Please note:

Temporary (part-time) employees do not earn benefits.

Salary/Compensation: $65,120 per year

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