Job Details

Accountant- Finance and Analytics Officer

Position Number: 6095626
Location: Durham, NC
Position Type: Business and Financial Management

Accountant- Finance and Analytics Officer

North Carolina Central University

Closing Date: at 11:55 PM

Primary Purpose of Position:
Under the supervision of the Associate Provost of Academic Budget and Personnel, the Finance and Analytics Officer will provide leadership to support data-driven decision-making through effective development, analysis, monitoring and record-keeping of budgetary activities for the Division of Academic Affairs. The primary duties of this position is related to the implementation, monitoring, and reporting of fiscal and business processes, including budget reconciliation, expenditure and budget transfers, department spending and purchasing activity reconciliation. The Finance and Analytics Officer serves as a source of procedural knowledge; therefore, problem-solving and strong attention to detail are essential to this role. In addition, the ability to communicate effectively, to be flexible, and exhibit a positive and professional attitude directly contributes to the success of the entire team.

Minimum Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate's degree in Accounting; or Associate's degree in Business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The successful candidate must possess:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field and advanced knowledge of standard accounting principles, budget preparation, and business practices required.
Minimum of five years as a budget officer or analyst or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of sound fiscal management policies, systemic internal controls, finance and business acumen.
Demonstrated financial management, budgeting and accounting experience and skill. Experience with Banner and Finance modules, demonstrated experience with automated financial systems; Advanced, demonstrated knowledge and experience with MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint required.
Logical and critical thinking, analysis, strong communication skills - both oral and written, creativity, problem solving, and organizational skills are essential to proper performance in this position.
This position has a great deal of face-to-face contact and therefore it is essential that a positive, team player attitude be shown at all times. Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others; relate effectively to peoples of varied academic, cultural and socioeconomic background using tact, diplomacy and courtesy.
The ability to work well under stress and deadlines and manage multiple diverse functions simultaneously is also required.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-Employment Requirements:

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
North Carolina Central 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.

Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
Community Service Leave
NC State - Health Benefits
NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
11-12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount and more.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://jobs.nccu.edu/

North Carolina Central University 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, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.