New

Accountant

North Carolina State University

$64,000-$67,000

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Jan 22, 2026

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194423EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Accountant
Anticipated Hiring Range	$64,000-$67,000
Work Schedule	Monday -Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, additional hours as needed
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	College Of Engineering - Dean's Office/Administration
About the Department	The College of Engineering at North Carolina State University is focused on meeting the Grand Challenges of the 21st Century through discovery, innovation, education and outreach. Our cutting-edge research and education programs provide the knowledge and workforce to fuel the future of our state, nation and world. In the College of Engineering, we truly Think and Do. The mission of the College is to provide a premier educational experience for our students and a world-class environment for our faculty that supports and prepares them for addressing the engineering and computer science challenges and opportunities that exist and await them in the 21st century. The Finance Office in the College of Engineering oversees the strategic management of financial resources to support innovative research, education, and outreach. We ensure fiscal integrity and compliance while enabling the college's mission to advance engineering solutions for societal impact.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	As an accountant for the College of Engineering you will play an important role in the college's day-to-day financial operations, managing complex budgets and helping ensure compliance with university, state, and federal requirements. You will be working closely with the Dean's Office, college units, and central offices. In this role your financial guidance contributes to accurate reporting, strong stewardship of resources, and efficient business processes across the College. Key Responsibilities: Financial Program Management & Budgeting: Prepare, manage, and analyze complex budgets for assigned Dean's Office projects, including state appropriations, receipts, trust funds, and F&A-supported projects. Maintain budget projections and tracking tools; analyze financial data, recommend adjustments, and process corrections or reversals as needed. Monitor accounts, special funds, and allocations to ensure alignment with approved budgets. Provide transactional financial support to college units, including Finance, Facilities, Communications, Research Administration, Human Resources, and Associate Dean offices. Transactional Administration & Purchasing: Process and coordinate vouchers, journals, IDJs, Marketplace orders, P-card transactions, purchase orders, requisitions, and travel. Coordinate purchase orders over $5,000 and manage new vendor setup and vendor updates. Serve as a point of contact for transaction-related questions and workflow support. Financial Monitoring, Compliance & Contract Review: Monitor accounts and transactions for compliance with Cost Accounting Standards, State of North Carolina, and NCSU policies. Assist with audit planning, perform quarterly reviews, and prepare financial summary reports. Review data for accuracy, identify issues, and resolve discrepancies. Apply knowledge of accounting structures to guide and approve transactions. Complete first-level contract reviews in coordination with central purchasing. Communicate spending and travel guidelines and related updates. Professional Knowledge & Team Support: Process new account requests in accordance with applicable policies and accounting structures. Provide backup support for billing functions and other team responsibilities. Serve as backup College CAMS coordinator and Risk Insurance representative. Participate in departmental, college, and university meetings related to finance and research administration. If you are a detail-oriented accounting professional who is comfortable interpreting policies, exercising sound judgment, and balancing accuracy, compliance, and customer service, we encourage you to apply.
Other Responsibilities	In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate's degree in accounting; or Associate's degree in business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications	n/a
Preferred Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Accounting. PeopleSoft Human Resources and Financials experience or similar system. Experience in PINS, RADAR, NSF Fastlane, grants.gov, and WRS Systems
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	n/a
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	01/22/2026
Anticipated Close Date	02/04/2026, if posting is still active, we are accepting applications.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please attach the following: Cover Letter Resume/CV Contact Information for three professional references

Position Details

Position Number	00106333
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	140101 - College Of Engineering - Dean's Office/Administration
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.