Agency
Dept of Environmental QualityDivision
Financial ServicesJob Classification Title
Accounting Specialist (NS)Position Number
60036020Grade
NC11About Us
The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life.
Description of Work
This is a supervisory position and reports to the Controller. The primary purpose of this position is to manage the accounts payable team of technicians to provide general accounts payable support within the Financial Services Division (FSD) of the department. The successful candidate will oversee the accounts payable processes in the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS). This position is responsible for setting policies and procedures, tracking and reporting payment timeliness, developing and conducting training, and providing positive customer experience. The position works independently and is responsible for timely response to management assignments and division questions.Key Responsibilities:
Supervises 4 accounting technicians.
Timely and accurate processing of invoices, grant payments and employee expense reimbursements for the department.
Setting account payable policy, developing procedures and providing training to department staff.
Researching, analyzing and solving problems related to NCFS payments.
Compliance with policies and procedures of State Controller, State Budget, and the department.
Communication with internal and external parties concerning payment status and processing.
Tracking and reporting payment timeliness and analyzing trends to improve performance.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Recruitment Range: $43,738.00 - $79,504.00
* This is a REPOST of position 60036020. Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered. *
Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.
Management Preferences:
- Knowledge of IRS 1099 reporting requirements.
- Experience with the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) is preferred but not required.
If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.
This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or other curriculum that would provide a core curriculum in financial management coursework from an appropriately accredited institution; or Associate’s degree in accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of accounting or auditing experience; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four (4) years of experience as an accounting technician, three of which must have been at an advanced technical level or an equivalent combination of education and experience.EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Malik Akim RaglerRecruiter Email:
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field; OR Associate's degree in accounting plus three years accounting/auditing experience; OR High school/GED plus four years accounting technician experience (three at advanced technical level) or equivalent combination.
- Experience processing invoices, grant payments, and employee expense reimbursements.
- Experience setting accounts payable policies, developing procedures, and providing staff training.
- Supervisory experience managing accounting or accounts payable staff (manages four technicians).
- Knowledge of IRS 1099 reporting requirements.
- Experience with the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS).
What We Do
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) is charged with implementing the state's public school laws for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.
