Accounting Technician III

Job Title Accounting Technician III Position Number 500497 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Department AFH Accounts Payable Department Homepage https://financialservices.ecu.edu/accounts-payable-2/ Advertising Department ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Division Administration & Finance Classification Title Specialist Working Title Accounting Technician III Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 Full Time or Part Time Full Time Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $45,000 - $48,228 Position Location (City) Greenville Position Type Non-Faculty Job Category Non-Faculty Staff Professional Organizational Unit Overview

The Division of Administration and Finance is ultimately responsible for all financial and administrative activities of East Carolina University and its affiliated Foundations.

The Division consists of Financial Services, Campus Operations, Information Technology and Computing Services, Human Resources, Environmental Health and Campus Safety, Auxiliary Services and various support activities related to the ECU affiliated Foundations.

The Division is led by the Vice Chancellor of Administration & Finance. The Vice Chancellor is responsible for oversight of the policies, personnel, budgets, and administrative activities of all operations at East Carolina University and its affiliated Foundations.

This division is a service provider in support of academic, research, and outreach missions of the University.

Within the Division, Financial Services is responsible for financial activities of East Carolina University and its affiliated Foundations.

The mission of Financial Services is: To provide for the financial needs of the University and its Foundations in a customer-oriented, friendly environment while assuring the proper stewardship of all fiscal resources.

Job Duties

The Accounting Technician III processes outgoing payments and is responsible for resolving issues that result in payments being returned. This position is also responsible for ensuring that documentation related to payments is maintained accordingly, reviewing journal entries posted to the Accounts Payable (AP) clearing account, reconciling the AP clearing account, reviewing various accounts payable reports, and preparation of withholding tax returns.

The position serves under the general direction of the AP Director and supervises two staff that handle scanning/proofing and check writing. In the absence or unavailability of the AP Director, this position serves as the backup, managing the entire AP unit.

Key Responsibilities of the Position Include:

• Processing domestic and foreign wire payments

• Canceling checks

• Researching and depositing incoming checks

• Monthly reconciliation of the AP Clearing account

• Researching returned ACH payments

• Researching returned AP checks and issuing affidavits as needed

• Completion of monthly state withholding tax filings for University-related entities (ECU, ECU Foundation, ECU Medical & Health Sciences Foundation and ECU Educational Foundation)

This position may be eligible for Flexible Work Arrangements (FWA) under the East Carolina University (ECU) FWA Policy.

In accordance with the ECU FWA Policy, this position requires you to live within a reasonable commuting distance of ECU.

Minimum Education/Experience

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Microsoft Office proficiency (particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word). Strong customer service, communication (verbal and written), analytical, and technical skills are preferred. Prior compliance and analytical experience preferred.

Aptitude to resolve problems, to manage numerous deadlines, to work in an environment of fluctuating priorities and frequent interruptions, and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Ability to ensure confidentiality of sensitive data and to provide prompt and professional service to all University constituents.

Special Instructions to Applicant

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date 02/15/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date.

If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

Initial Screening Begins 03/01/2024 Rank Level Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/68920 AA/EOE

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

ECU 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.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.