Temporary Financial Operations Specialist Job Raleigh area,North Carolina USA,Accounting

Essential Job Duties

The Temporary Financial Operations Specialist provides accounting and financial operations support within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Business Services unit. Business Services is transitioning to a cross-functional service model in which employees develop proficiency across multiple financial operations functions. Employees will support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Travel, and Procurement Card (PCard) operations and may be assigned primary responsibilities based on operational needs.

Work assignments may shift across functional areas to support workload balancing, team coverage, and continuity of business operations.

Primary Responsibilities

Process and support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Travel, and Procurement Card (PCard) transactions, as assigned.
Process, review, reconcile, and analyze financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with university policies and procedures.
Apply accounting principles and established business processes to transactions across multiple funding sources.
Review financial activity for appropriate documentation, classification, and compliance with applicable university, state, federal, and sponsor requirements.
Research and resolve transaction discrepancies while maintaining accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
Assist with financial monitoring, reconciliation, reporting activities, and audit support.
Utilize university financial systems, including People Soft, Service Now, and reporting tools, to process, review, and monitor financial activity.
Provide customer service and guidance to departments regarding financial processes, documentation requirements, and transaction status.
Collaborate with campus partners to resolve financial issues and support efficient business operations.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance operational effectiveness.
Participate in cross-training and provide backup coverage across Business Services functions as operational needs require.
Perform other duties as assigned

Is Time Limited

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Job City & State

Raleigh, NC

Department

CBO

Classification Title

Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title

Temporary Financial Operations Specialist

Work Schedule

40/hrs per week between Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Other Work/Responsibilities

Minimum Experience/Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or accounting; or Associate’s degree in business administration or accounting and one year of experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Department Required Skills

Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
Experience with financial systems (People Soft or similar).
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage high transaction volume and competing priorities.
Ability to work independently with accuracy, attention to details, timeliness, and professionalism.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Experience in a research-intensive higher education or state institution.
Knowledge of University financial policies and compliance requirements.
Experience providing accounting guidance or training to non-financial personnel.
Proficiency with reporting tools, Excel, and enterprise financial systems such as People Soft Financial System.
Experience managing multiple funding sources and sponsored programs.

Required License or Certification

Valid NC Driver's License required

Commercial Driver's License Required

Anticipated Hiring Range

$25/hr

Job Open Date

08/28/2026

EEO

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