Accounting Technician II Excise

The North Carolina Department of Revenue is committed to excellence in tax administration, ensuring secure and efficient collection of revenue to fund vital public services. We are an employer of choice offering excellent benefits, competitive pay, professional development, and career advancement. Our dedicated team provides accurate information, achieves high compliance, and delivers innovative services with integrity and fairness. DOR is an equal opportunity employer hiring qualified candidates regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or political affiliation.

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The North Carolina Department of Revenue is recruiting for an Accounting Technician II in our Excise Tax Division. The primary purpose of this position is to perform accounts receivables/payables. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Process and balance multiple payment sources received
• Record the total number of temporary trip permits issued for different permitting services and the total money collected for those permits daily
• Check bankruptcy accounts to prevent assessment notices from being sent to taxpayers
• Maintain a spreadsheet to record refunds processed weekly
• Calculates transmittal fees monthly
• Maintain an accrued collection spreadsheet on an annual basis
• Calculates credit for various funds quarterly
• Track accounts receivable balances and use computer printouts to balance refund accounts and collection accounts

Working knowledge of accounting methods, procedures, and accounting practices

Knowledge of basic mathematical computations

Attention to detail in reconciling accurate figures within the division

Ability to perform full range duties as assigned with minimal supervision

Familiarity with using NC Department of Revenue's IT systems is desirable

Recruitment Range: $35,596.00-$50,607.00 Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Some highlights include:

• The best funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moody’s Investor’s Service
• Twelve paid holidays per year
• Fourteen vacation days per year which increase as length of service increases and accumulates year-to-year
• Twelve sick days/year which are cumulative indefinitely
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Observance Leave and Community Service Leave
• Longevity pays lump sum payout yearly based on length of service
• 401K and 457 plans
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Associate’s degree in Accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of accounting experience; or High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience in accounting work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

This position is subject to federal and state criminal background checks that may include fingerprinting and verification of tax compliance.  Tax compliance  is defined as having filed and paid all North Carolina State taxes owed…