Job description
Posting Details
Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.
Position Summary Information
Classification Title
Accounting Technician
Working Title
Disbursing Officer
Location
Boone, NC
Job Category
3
Position Number
000591
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.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License/Certification Required
Essential Job Functions
The Disbursing Officer position will be responsible for making sure all checks are processed on a strict time schedule.
This position will be responsible for data entry to include, but not limited to, warrants and journal entries, and the processing of wires, both International and Domestic.
This position will be responsible for data entry to include, but not limited to, warrants and journal entries, and the processing of wires, both International and Domestic.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and UNC System guidelines, rules and regulations.
- Excellent computer skills including both Excel and Word are required.
- Critical thinking skills a must.
- Ability to verify and ensure accuracy and validity of moderately complex transactions and examine accounting records to assure adherence to accounting standards and regulations
- Ability to apply considerable knowledge of government accounting methods
- Ability to communicate complex accounting themes
- Excellent problem solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Accounts Payable Experience and strong Microsoft Suite skills to include Excel and Word.
Type of Position
Permanent Full-Time
Staff/Non-Faculty
Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type
1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Number of Hours Per Week
40
Number of Months Per Year
12
Mandatory Staff
No
Physical Demands of Position
Normal for general office responsibilities.
Overall Competency Level
Journey
Salary Grade Equivalency
GN07
Salary Range
$31,200-$59,049
Anticipated Hiring Range
$38,300 - $40,431
Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.
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)
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.
Communication: Explain and interpret financial information.
Problem Solving: Identify and correct routine and reoccurring financial problems; refer all other problems and follow/apply oral and written guidelines.
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.
Communication: Explain and interpret financial information.
Problem Solving: Identify and correct routine and reoccurring financial problems; refer all other problems and follow/apply oral and written guidelines.
Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date
11/15/2022
Closing Date
12/06/2022
Competency Level Statement
Management will only consider applicants who meet the required competencies.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach required documents: Cover Letter & Resume.
List a minimum of 3 professional references on the application or attach a List of References with Contact Information
List a minimum of 3 professional references on the application or attach a List of References with Contact Information
Search Chair Name
Amy Moody
Search Chair Email
moodyat@appstate.edu
Disability Accommodation Information
Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Maranda Maxey, Director & ADA/504 Coordinator, at 828-262-3056 or maxeymr@appstate.edu.
Applicant Pool Preference
External (Post on the Web)
Departmental Information
AA/EEO Statement
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Important Contacts:
Director of Human Resources/EEO Officer
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
human-resources@appstate.edu
Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144
titleix@appstate.edu
ADA/504 Coordinator & Office of Disability Resources Director
Office of Disability Resources
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056
odr@appstate.edu
Important Contacts:
Director of Human Resources/EEO Officer
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
human-resources@appstate.edu
Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144
titleix@appstate.edu
ADA/504 Coordinator & Office of Disability Resources Director
Office of Disability Resources
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056
odr@appstate.edu
Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.
Quick Link
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/37297
Posting Number
201502100P
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