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N.C. Department of Information Technology · 2 weeks ago

Accounting Technician III

Wake County, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$36K/yr - $63K/yr

2+ years exp

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest agencies in the state, responsible for ensuring the health and well-being of North Carolinians. The Accounting Technician III role involves providing technical support in the Accounting and Financial Management Division, focusing on invoice processing and ensuring compliance with federal and state guidelines.

Information Technology & Services

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Process high volumes of monthly invoice reimbursements from contractors and service providers

Review invoices and supporting documents for completeness, accuracy, and contract compliance

Enter accounting data into the NCFS (Oracle-based system) for accounts payable functions

Monitor and track payment timeliness to ensure compliance with funding requirements

Interpret and apply accounting guidelines related to federal funding and contractual terms

Reconcile payment discrepancies by researching and resolving data conflicts

Maintain internal controls to ensure data accuracy and prevent processing errors

Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders regarding contract payments and documentation

Support month-end closeout and reporting procedures related to payables

Audit employees’ travel for payment approval according to DHHS travel policy and guidelines

Recommend system or workflow changes to enhance payment efficiency

Qualification

NCFSAccounts PayableInvoice ProcessingMicrosoft ExcelContract ComplianceData AccuracyDiscrepancy ResolutionFinancial Reporting

Required

Associate's degree in Accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in accounting

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four years of experience in accounting work

an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred

Documented experience processing and reviewing invoices for accuracy and payment compliance using an online financial system, preferably NCFS or a similar Oracle-based platform

Proven experience applying contract terms, budgetary constraints, and federal expenditure guidelines to invoice processing and reimbursement activities

Hands-on experience utilizing Microsoft Excel to organize financial data, develop simple formulas, and monitor payment activity

Demonstrated experience resolving discrepancies within accounts payable operations to ensure accurate and timely payments

Experience working within financial systems to ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards related to invoicing and expenditures