Financial Reporting Accountant

Posting Details Classification Information Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview Primary Purpose of Position

The Financial Reporting Accountant supports the University’sfinancial reporting and general accounting functions by preparing financial reports, reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and analyses. The position helps ensure the accuracy and integrity ofthe University’s financial records and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ( GAAP ), Governmental Accounting Standards Board ( GASB ) requirements, UNC System guidance, and State of North Carolina requirements. The primary purpose of this position is to perform professional accounting functions for all University special funds, including bond funds, capital improvementfunds, 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 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, andannual 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 mission of the Accounting Office, is to provide an effective and efficient financial reporting and cash management/disbursementoperation within the Comptroller’s Office, which supports the instructional and research mission of the University

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.

All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Experience in higher education accounting.
• Experience with GASB financial reporting.
• Experience with Banner Finance or a comparable ERP system.
• Experience preparing financial statements, audit work papers, account reconciliations, and complex journal entries.
• Hiring preference given to qualified internal candidates.

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)

Position Information Working Title

Financial Reporting Accountant

Position Number

000220

Recruitment Salary Range

commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

Exempt

Appointment Type

Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track

No

FTE

40 hours/week, 12 months

Organizational Division

Asst VC Bus & Fin/Comptroller

Organizational Location

VC for Business & Finance

Organizational Unit

Accounting Office

Posting Detail Information Posting Number

EPA
3226

Open Date

10/07/2026

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

10/21/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Date Position Available

11/01/2026

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• 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
• and more

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