Accounting Approver
North Carolina State University
- Raleigh, NC
- $50,000-54,508 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Accounting Approver
Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with experience ($50,000-$54,508)
Work Schedule Mon - Fri / 8am - 5pm
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department CALS Business Office
About the DepartmentThe College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is comprised of 12 academic departments, multiple research and extension units, and oversees 18 research stations and 4 field labs across the state. The CALS Business Operations (CBO) is an administrative unit within the CALS and has oversight of the College's centralized financial and administration services, including Business Services, Budgets and Planning, and Operational Support. The CBO's mission is to provide exceptional customer service while supporting efficient and ethical use of resources. The CBO is committed to providing exemplary and responsive customer care, to serving as a subject matter expert regarding applicable state, university, and federal policies, procedures, rules, and regulations, and to achieving and maintaining operational excellence.
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Essential Job DutiesThe College Business Office (CBO) seeks a detail-oriented professional to serve as the primary approver of financial transactions. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and accountability for all College-level transactions in alignment with State, Federal, Sponsored Programs, and University policies. The Approver also provides guidance, training, and support to staff while serving as a key resource for Accounts Payable (AP) functions.Key Responsibilities:
- Review and approve all College-level financial transactions, including vouchers, JVs, IDTs, requisitions, Marketplace approvals, PCard reconciliations, personal reimbursements, receipts, check deposits, and invoices
- Ensure compliance with State, Federal, Sponsored Programs, and University policies, guidelines, and terms and conditions
- Identify transaction errors or issues, initiate corrections, and follow up as needed
- Provide training and guidance to the AP Team and others internal and external to the CBO
- Act as back-up to the supervisor, addressing AP-related questions and supporting unit operations
Other Required Qualifications
- Possess proficiency in both Google Workspace and Microsoft Office (specifically Word and Excel), indicating strong skills in document creation, spreadsheet management, and presentation software.
- Strong interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and customer service skills with the ability to deal tactfully and effectively with individuals at all levels within the College as well as other NC State central offices.
- Highly organized with the ability to effectively handle a large volume of work with frequent interruptions and manage competing priorities and shifting requirements with efficiency.
- Ability to perform work with a high degree of autonomy, accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness.
- Thorough knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials or similar reporting systems and knowledge of University financial policies and procedures associated with travel and accounts payable functions.
- Experience working in a research-heavy state institution and/or other higher education environment.
- Familiar with management service requests through ServiceNow or similar intake systems for requested transactions.
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License Required? NoRecruitment Dates and Special InstructionsJob Open Date 08/27/2025
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 09/04/2025
Notice to ApplicantsPlease note that the work history on your resume, must also be included in your application.
Special InstructionsPlease attach a Cover Letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Please make sure that the information entered on the application matches what is on your resume.Position DetailsPosition Number 00041884
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Accounting Technician
Position Classification Band Level Advanced
Position Classification Salary Range $ 33,540 - $ 63,478
Salary Grade Equivalency 67
Alternate OptionIf no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 110305 - CALS Business Office
EEONC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or .Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.NC State University 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.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * How did you learn of this opportunity?
- NCSU Website
- Job Alert (automated email from our system)
- NCSU Executive Search Services
- Monster.com
- CareerBuilder.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- Other Online Job Board
- Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
- Job / Career Fair
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Professional Journal
- Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
- Professional Organization
- Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
- NCSU Employee Referral
- Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
- Other
- If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.
- High school diploma/GED and at least one year of accounting experience
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in any field
- Combination of post high school education and/or experience in accounting to equal at least 1 year
- Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and accounting experience to equal 5 years (ex. 3 years of high school and 2 years experience)
- None of the above
- * Do you have experience with PeopleSoft Financials or similar reporting systems, and knowledge of University financial policies and procedures associated with travel and accounts payable functions?
- Yes
- No
- Contact Information for References
- Resume/CV