Accounting Technician

Monday - Friday

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The Department of Epidemiology is one of the seven departments located in the Gillings School of Global Public Health. The department's primary focus is to the development and application of research methods to understand the patterns and causes of health and disease, and the application of that knowledge to improving the health of populations. We provide strong training in research methods and opportunities for the application of epidemiology to a wide range of health problems through our research. The achievements of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni have enabled us to become one of the leading academic departments of epidemiology in the world. The department has 39 Tenured-Tenure Track /10 Joint Tenure-Track Faculty, 23 Fixed Term / 2 Joint Fixed Term Faculty, 120 Adjuncts, 19 EHRA Non-Faculty, 15 Postdocs, 34 SHRA (Staff), 29 SHRA Temporary and 181 students enrolled- 162 PhD and 19 MSCR. The department's operating budget is 27 million a year.

This position is responsible for maintaining and overseeing financial accounting data. This includes independent responsibility for maintaining accounting records, financial reporting, overseeing transactions and monitoring and projecting account balances as well as handling student actions. This position will be responsible for personnel projects and funding swaps and retro actions.

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills; experience with and knowledge of accounting software programs; knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Experience with financial systems; previous experience with sponsored research funding, demonstrated knowledge of federal policies and guidelines; prior experience with PeopleSoft.

Not Applicable.

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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 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, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.