Accounting Professional, Accountant Sr

Position: Accounting Professional, Accountant Sr.
** Agency
* * North Carolina School of Science , Math
** Division
* * Chancellor's Office
** Job Classification Title
** Accounting Professional, Accountant Sr. (NS)
** Position Number
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* * FLATRATEa constituent of the University of North Carolina System, is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer our Residential high school program in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors, our Online supplementary honors program, and individual virtual daytime Connect courses in partnership with local high schools, all tuition free.

Our wide array of summer offerings for rising fifth- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980. For more information visit .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr.
** Description of Work
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* Please note:

Position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date listed.
POSITION TYPE:
Permanent, 12-month, EHRA, Exempt Professional Staff (EPS), FLSA Exempt    NCSSM and the NCSSM Foundation foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research.
Description of Duties:  This position serves as a key facilitator for the school, providing resources and support to help the institution achieve its financial and organizational goals. This role is responsible for fostering foundation and administrative staff development by assisting administration in meeting faculty and staff budgetary needs. In addition, the Controller oversees the management of revenue and expenses for all funding entities, ensuring sound financial stewardship.
Key Duties and Responsibilities   Foundation Accounting & Financial Systems:
Manage the NCSSM Foundation’s accounting system to ensure accurate financial tracking, regulatory compliance, and informed organizational decision-making.
Budgeting & Financial Forecasting:
Lead the Foundation’s annual budgeting process, support staff in budget development, prepare revenue and expense forecasts, and present the final budget to leadership and the Board.
Financial Reporting & Analysis:
Produce and interpret internal and external financial reports, analyze spending trends, and support leadership with forward-looking financial planning.
Audit, Endowment & Compliance Oversight:
Coordinate the annual audit, oversee endowment accounting and reporting, and ensure compliance with IRS, GAAP, and donor requirements, including 990 preparation support.
Team Leadership & Grant Support:
Supervise a team of three direct reports across accounting and gift processing functions, manage daily financial operations and performance, and provide financial oversight for grant budgets and reporting.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
**** HIRING SALARY RANGE:** $88,000 - $99,000

Hiring salary will be determined based on education, experience, equity, budget, and market considerations.
** Management Preferences**:****
* **** Financial & Nonprofit Accounting Expertise**:
** Strong command of budgeting, accounting principles, nonprofit accounting practices, and IRS regulations, with the ability to analyze complex financial issues and recommend procedural improvements.
* **** Leadership & Supervision:
**** Proven ability to plan, direct, and supervise staff.
* **** Policy & Judgment:
**** Demonstrated discretion and sound judgment in interpreting, applying, and developing administrative and financial policies…