University of North Carolina is hiring: Accounting Technician in Chapel Hill

Posting Information

Posting Information
Department
Health Policy and Management-461001

Career Area
Accounting/Finance/Auditing

Is this an internal only recruitment?
No

Posting Open Date
11/27/2024

Application Deadline
12/10/2024

Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title
Accounting Technician - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent
GN07

Working Title
Accounting Technician

Position Number
00061368

Vacancy ID
P019891

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-Time Permanent

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

Hours per week
40

Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, to be determined between selected finalist and supervisor

Work Location
CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location
North Carolina, US

Hiring Range
$41,175 - $52,000

Pay Band Information
To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

Position Summary Information
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Department of Health Policy and Management (HPM) provides health services management and health policy analysis education at the certificate, undergraduate, residential master's, executive master's, doctoral, and executive doctoral levels; conducts health services and health policy research; and provides public service to North Carolina, to the United States, and to other countries. Measured by the size of its graduate programs, the department is one of the largest on campus. The department is ranked in the top 2 of all similar departments (by U.S. News and World Report), consistently placing above the premier programs at Ivy League schools and other prestigious institutions.

The department has two principal educational foci: management of health services; and health policy formulation, analysis, and implementation. The educational programs prepare students for administrative positions in a wide variety of health services delivery organizations in both domestic and international settings. These organizations include hospitals, nursing homes, county public health units, HMOs, insurance companies, and the benefit offices of major corporations. The department also prepares students for significant policy formulation and analysis positions at local, state, national, and international levels. Students with policy interests pursue positions in government agencies, legislative staffs, Congress, executive branches at the state and federal levels, prestigious consulting firms, private foundations, and agencies concerned with international development.

HPM offers six separate degree programs and twoe certificate programs: a baccalaureate degree (BSPH); the Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA), the Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH), the Policy concentration of the Gillings Master of Public Health (MPH), two doctoral degrees (PhD and DrPH) and a certificate programs in Disaster Management and in Healthcare Management. The MHA is offered through both the department's Residential and its Executive Master's Programs.

In addition to the educational programs, the department has a vigorous and expanding research program. Currently, faculty are actively involved as principal investigators or contributing investigators on contracts and grants in collaboration with researchers all over campus, and are principal investigators on almost $14 million in contracts and grants each year. Because of the interdisciplinary nature of much of this work, a large portion of this research is conducted jointly with other research centers and institutes on campus. These have included the Center for Health Promotion/Disease Prevention, the Carolina Population Center, the Sheps Center for Health Services Research, the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Highway Safety Research Center, the Center for Health Equity Research, Institute on Aging and School of Nursing. The department manages internally over one million dollars annually in sponsored contracts and grants.

Because of its large and diverse teaching, research, and service missions, the department has one of the largest and most diverse teaching faculties of any department on campus. The Department of Health Policy and Management has faculty representing the disciplines of accounting, business administration, management, finance, human resources development, organization theory, sociology, psychology, medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacy, operations research, political science, law, ethics, and marketing. The department currently has 34 permanent faculty, over 100 adjunct faculty, and nearly 400 students enrolled in our various degree programs.

Position Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the payment and student payroll coordinator for all funds within the department of Health Policy and Management. Transaction types this position processes include but are not limited to: paying invoices via vouchers, p-card, or internal billing; placing requisitions and purchase orders; making journal entries, travel requests/reimbursements, daily deposits; and updating the vendor database. As the student appointment and payroll coordinator for the department, duties include but are not limited to: communicating appointment and benefit information to students; creating and maintaining positions; processing appointments /terminations; enrolling students in graduate health insurance; entering non-service, tuition and fee awards; and processing salary source changes. This role tracks in-state and tuition remission budget balances and monitors job end dates for student appointments, proactively determining whether students should be reappointed, extended, or terminated. This person must maintain familiarity with campus financial and student HR and payment systems, policies, and procedures, and must be able to clearly communicate accounting and student funding policies to students, faculty, and staff.

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

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
* The successful candidate for this position must be able to:
o Compile and verify the accuracy of data from campus financial reporting systems.
o Prepare and disseminate accurate, understandable and timely financial reports.
o Recognize and research unusual account activity and potentially incorrect expense amounts and payment sources, and resolve the issues.
o Understand and adhere to internal controls and accounting policies and procedures.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills are critical in this position for communicating effectively with faculty, staff, and students. Effective communication skills are required to:
o Interpret and explain complex regulations and policies to diverse audiences in a clear and understandable manner.
o Serve as a knowledgeable consultant on matters pertaining to accounting transactions and student funding to faculty, staff, and students in the department.
* Must have the ability to learn and develop expertise in campus financial, payroll, and student award systems (ConnectCarolina, GradStar, Lawlogix, InfoPorte, Works (P-card), Concur (Travel)).
* Must be well organized and very detail-oriented; a self-starter, with the ability to manage time and work independently so that tasks are completed and deadlines met.
* This role requires demonstrated knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products, including strong skills in Excel.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
* Experience working in higher education.
* Relevant accounting, transaction processing and account reconciliation experience.
* Student funding and payroll experience.
* Experience working with a variety of fund types including state, F&A, receipt funds, trust funds, or contracts and grants.
* Experience using UNC financial systems (or equivalent) including ConnectCarolina (PeopleSoft), InfoPorte, GradStar, Lawlogix, Works (P-Card), Concur (Travel) is preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Special Instructions

Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/292240

Contact Information
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 (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.