Accounting Specialist - Business Operations Division

$42,464 - $74,313/Yr

North Carolina Office of the State Auditor

Full-time - Mid Level

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join the Business Operations Division. This full-time role involves supporting key accounting and financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with state regulations. The position offers a flexible work schedule and the opportunity to contribute to the efficiency of state government operations.

Responsibilities

• Enter accounting journal entries including deposits, reclassifications, and accruals into the NC Financial System (NCFS).
• Ensure all recurring invoices are received and paid timely, conducting necessary follow-ups with Division managers and regional office staff.
• Prepare weekly payment packages for OSA and print checks associated with those payments.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliation, OSC certification, and purchase card reconciliation.
• Assist the Accounting Manager in preparing OSA audit bills and managing OSA's capital and noncapital assets.
• Prepare the Office's annual financial statements.
• Maintain a current chart of accounts for ongoing payments, including required coding adjustments.
• Collect information for the issuance of 1099s to OSA vendors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field; OR an Associate degree in accounting with three years of accounting or auditing experience; OR a high school diploma with four years of experience as an accounting technician, three of which must be at an advanced technical level.
• Considerable working knowledge of accounting methods, procedures, and practices.
• Experience in posting, calculating, and recording financial data or making computations.
• Experience preparing standard financial statements and reports.
• Experience verifying accounting documents and forms for accuracy and completeness.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with financial auditing.
• Knowledge of state financial systems and regulations.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Loan forgiveness
• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time