Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance

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North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary Medicine ( CVM ) is a dynamic community whose members are dedicated to preparing veterinarians and veterinary scientists while advancing animal and human health from the cellular level through entire ecosystems. Located on 180 acres near downtown Raleigh, the College encompasses 20 buildings on the main Centennial Biomedical Campus. Instruction is in three departments-Clinical Sciences, Molecular Biomedical Sciences, and Population Health Pathobiology.

In addition to the four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, there are programs leading to master and doctoral degrees in several areas with numerous opportunities for specialization.

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The Department of Clinical Sciences (DoCS) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to serve as a trusted financial partner to faculty, staff, and departmental leadership. This position offers an exciting opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of funding sources, support groundbreaking research and academic programs, and contribute to the financial success of one of the nation's leading veterinary colleges.

As a key member of the department, you will provide financial analysis, budget management, and operational support across state, discretionary, foundation, gift, grant, and service center funds. The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving, building strong working relationships, and helping others navigate complex financial processes while ensuring compliance with university, state, and sponsor requirements.

• Manage departmental, faculty, and sponsored project budgets across state, trust, foundation, gift, grant, and service center funds.
• Reconcile financial accounts, monitor expenditures, and prepare financial reports to support informed decision-making.
• Coordinate project setup and maintenance, year-end closeout activities, and compliance with university and state requirements.
• Process and approve financial transactions, including journal vouchers, interdepartmental transactions, and salary funding changes.
• Support departmental leadership by maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring effective stewardship of resources.

• Support departmental purchasing activities by reviewing requisitions, vouchers, and payment requests.
• Monitor vendor compliance and invoice processing to ensure timely payment and accurate financial reporting.
• Process reimbursements, stipends, awards, and honoraria in accordance with university policies and procedures.
• Complete monthly Purchase Card reconciliations and support departmental compliance requirements.

• Monitor sponsored project expenditures and assist with grant financial management and closeout activities.
• Coordinate contract submissions and support compliance with sponsor and university requirements.
• Calculate, monitor, and track salary releases associated with sponsored funding.
• Partner with faculty and research administrators to ensure responsible management of sponsored funds.

• Review travel authorizations and reimbursements for compliance and funding availability.
• Serve as a primary financial resource for faculty and staff by providing guidance on university financial, travel, procurement, and reimbursement processes.
• Deliver exceptional customer service through timely communication, problem-solving, and support of departmental operational goals.

If you want to become a trusted financial partner in a dynamic academic environment, this role offers the…