Posting Details
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Position Summary Information
Classification Title
Accounting Technician

Working Title
Accounting Technician

Working Location (City, State)
Boone, NC

Job Category
3

Position Number
030101

Department
Controllers Office - 415100

Description of University

Appalachian State University, in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.
Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from High School and one year of experience in accounting work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License/Certification Required
Essential Job Functions

Analyze, approve and process Travel and Business Expenses requests. Process Travel and Business Expenses by verifying and ensuring accuracy and validity of moderately complex transactions.
Examine accounting records to assure adherence to accounting standards and regulations. If non-compliance is found, this position works with campus departments to resolve issues in a timely manner.
Apply thorough knowledge of a government accounting methods, procedures and accounting practices. Implement procedure changes.
Manage a variety of transactions which may require considerable financial accounting knowledge.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

• Ability to apply Federal, State and University guidelines including rules/regulations is required.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency Excel is a must.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of accounting and auditing principles is required.
• Must have the ability to solve problems and analyze data.
• Position requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail and ability to work with strict guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in applying Federal, State and University guidelines including rules/regulations is preferred. Strong computer skills and proficiency Excel is a must. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of accounting and auditing principles is required. Must have the ability to solve problems and analyze data. Position requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail and ability to work with strict guidelines.
Type of Position
Permanent Full-Time

Staff/Non-Faculty
Staff/Non-Faculty

Appointment Type
1.0

Work Schedule/Hours

Mon-Fri 8-5
Number of Hours Per Week
40

Number of Months Per Year
12

Mandatory Staff
No

Physical Demands of Position

n/a
Overall Competency Level
Journey

Salary Grade Equivalency
Salary Range
Anticipated Hiring Range
$35,738 - $40,431

Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.

Knowledge-Technical: Apply considerable knowledge of government accounting methods, procedures and accounting practices needed to perform the work. Basic knowledge of program laws and regulations needed to perform the work. Apply the knowledge of a variety of technology, financial systems and packages to create and maintain data. Develop formula for moderately complex spreadsheets.
Financial Program Monitoring & Management: Verify and ensure accuracy and validity of moderately complex transactions and examine accounting records to assure adherence to accounting standards and regulations. (Examples: variety of funding sources with different reporting cycles and standards; re-investment of funds and accountability for the more complex funding sources) Supervise a financial function of moderate complexity Maintain and manage accounting records of moderate variety and complexity, including preparation of financial statements and reports. (Examples: Research, compile, and analyze information; prepare statistics; write/draft reports; make recommendations for resolution)
Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date
06/03/2024

Closing Date
06/30/2024

Competency Level Statement
If no applicants apply who meet the required competencies, then management may consider other applicants at a lower competency level.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach required documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List a minimum of 3 professional references in the application

Search Chair Name
Mary Rich

Search Chair Email
richm1@appstate.edu

Applicant Pool Preference
External (Post on the Web)

Posting Number
201502630P

Quick Link
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/46385