Accounting Technician II

Do you want a rewarding career in accounting? If so, continue reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

The Accounting Technician II Position is responsible for maintaining accounting records of fixed assets.  Specific duties include:

• Maintaining and verifying accounting records, documents and forms for accuracy and completeness of fixed assets, which includes Department transfers, disposition of fixed assets, junk and/or surplus property, correction of discrepancies of manufacturer, model numbers and/or serial numbers, deletion of temporary asset numbers, assignment of all fixed asset numbers, disposition of missing assets, and retirement of fixed assets.

• Verifying equipment invoices and processing for payment into the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS).

• Utilizing the state's E-Procurement system to resolve problems with field contacts and the Purchasing Department to process equipment and inside sales invoices.

• Generating reports pertaining to fixed assets for the entire Department, including the Annual Equipment Report for all of the Department locations.

• Monthly balancing asset additions against the General Ledger Expenses.

Public contact is also essential in this position as Department employees contact this position with inquires on fixed assets, how to handle invoices or other issues and vendor contact regarding invoicing questions, statements, payment and/or credit on fixed assets.

The employee in this position must possess knowledge of basic mathematical computations and have the ability to understand, interpret and apply the laws and regulations pertaining to calculations, financial records and postings.  This position will identify and correct routine and recurring financial problems, referring more complex problems to a higher level.  In addition, this position prepares standard financial statements and reports.  The employee must possess the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely in oral and written form.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.

This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of a State Teleworking Program. Any telework will be under the conditions of the State Teleworking Program Policy, and the employer may end any teleworking arrangement at any time at the employer's sole discretion.

Note to Current State Employees:

The salary grade for this position is NC06.  State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position.  If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity.  Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

About the Controller's Office

The Controller's Office ensures that all department financial resources and funds are received, disbursed, recorded and accounted for in accordance with all applicable State and Federal Laws and Regulations, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Department Policy and Procedures.  The Controller's Office at the agency level has oversight responsibility of the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) in regards to transactions which affect the financial responsibility of this department and is accountable to the Office of the State Controller for the integrity of that data.

About the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NC DPS):

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NC DPS) is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens with honor and integrity through prevention, protection, and preparation.  We have a mission that matters!  NC DPS is comprised of 6,000 permanent positions and nearly 13,000 temporary North Carolina National Guard positions. The divisions within DPS include Alcohol Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Information Network, Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, State Highway Patrol, State Capitol Police, NC Office of Recovery and Resiliency, Samarcand Training Academy, and the NC National Guard. DPS also includes some Boards and Commissions: ABC Commission, Governor's Crime Commission, Private Protective Services Commission, and Boxing & Combat Sports Commission.The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position.  We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application.

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

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• Accounts Payable experience.

• Accounting experience relating to fixed assets, inventory, and/or purchasing.

• Experience using E-Procurement and/or some other electronic purchasing/billing system.

• Experience in using Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Experience using the North Carolina Accounting System (NCAS), and/or the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS), and/or other electronic accounting system.

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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

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.The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information.  Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.  Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.  If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.

• If applying for a Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, please click this link for specific certification requirements: Juvenile Justice Officer & Juvenile Court Counselor Certification

• The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape."  Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements in the Division of Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

• Per NC General Statute 143B-972.1, applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the FBI's Next Generation Identification System: Criminal Justice Record of Arrest and Prosecution Background Service ("RAP Back").  This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status."  If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management.  If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.  If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Laura Holloway, Employment Specialist at 919-457-1208.