Agency
Dept of TransportationDivision
TransitJob Classification Title
Business Officer I (NS)Position Number
60015601Grade
NC14About Us
It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.
Description of Work
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The N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) Division of Aviation, a recognized leader in air mobility innovation, promotes the economic well-being of North Carolina by developing a safe and robust air transportation system. As the state’s aviation authority, the division manages state and federal airport infrastructure development grant projects, in collaboration with local government owners of the state’s 72 public airports, the integration of advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems for business and government use, airport professional development, aviation workforce development and flight services for state agencies.
In this role, you will:
The Aviation Business Officer reports to the Aviation Director. The position manages the day-to-day accounting responsibilities for the Division of Aviation, including receipt, review, and payment of invoices, maintenance of the division’s project accounting structure, and initiating project creation and funding documents in the accounting system in coordination with the Division’s operating units. It provides customer-focused service to division staff and collaborates with the Modal Consolidated Accounting team to develop and implement related fiscal and financial procedures and processes.
We are looking for an employee who can provide:
•Intermediate level accounting management for Aviation’s operational budget
•Support and management of business administration, purchasing, and budgeting of the division
•Ability to research, interpret, and implement statewide rules and regulations for budget execution
In this role you will:
•Manage the divisions operational budget
•Execute research and advise the division on budget execution in alignment with NC statewide policies
•Oversight of the divisions purchasing cards and usage
•Manage the divisions operational needs related to automation, telecommunication, and facility management
•Communicate with a wide variety of internal staff and external agencies to ensure operational needs are met.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC 14 $52,592 - $92,036
Management prefers applicants with the following:
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices.
- Knowledge of appropriate business administration, purchasing, and budgeting practices and ability to research, interpret, and implement statewide rules for budget execution.
- Knowledge of current accounting and financial management systems
- Skill in using accounting systems and MS Excel to generate customized reporting documents regarding any financial information relevant to the division’s operation.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other State, Local and Federal officials and the public.
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, finance, or other discipline related to the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressive related experience, one year of which should be in a supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.
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:
Phagan Joe HudsonEmail:
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Two years of progressive related experience, including one year in a supervisory role (or equivalent combination)
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices
- Knowledge of business administration, purchasing, and budgeting practices and ability to research/implement statewide budget rules
- Knowledge of current accounting and financial management systems
- Skill in using accounting systems and MS Excel to generate customized financial reports
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates and external officials
What We Do
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