NCTA Financial Operations Accountant

Agency Dept of Transportation Division CFO-Financial Management Division Job Classification Title Accountant III (NS) Position Number 65028212 Grade NC15 About Us It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation. Description of Work Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date. This is a repost. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered. This position will handle daily functions for the revenue and cashflow reconciliations in the Toll Revenue Unit of Financial Management Division. The position reports to the Assistant Accounting Manager NCTA. Responsibilities will include analyzing daily activity of revenue in multiple systems, reconciliation of various types of collection methods, understanding business rules that apply to the debt, applying financial standards and rules for different projects and system controls, and providing additional assistance for routine and non-routine requests for information from various parties. This position also calculates and drives the bi-weekly to monthly cash settlements with 40 toll agencies from other states, exercises judgement regarding amounts in dispute and communicates independently with these agencies. The Triangle Expressway is one of the first projects being tolled and collected by the All Electronic Tolling (AET) Collection System in the country and the activity is growing. NCDOT is collecting and passing money to northern and southern partner toll agencies in other states. This will continue to expand. Other projects that use the enterprise system for collections include the expansion of I77, I485 bypass, and the completion of 540. This position is critical to ensure that financial functions are accurate and timely. This position is currently eligible for hybrid remote work in accordance with state policy and the agency’s remote work program but does require weekly onsite work. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management. Applicants with the following are encouraged to apply: •Prior experience reconciling cash or cashflows, general ledger reconciliations and/or revenue reporting •Experience independently preparing journal entries, such as adjusting journal entries. •Experience with banking systems or applications, downloading of data and manipulation of large quantities of data. •Prior experience reconciling intercompany balances or contractual balances, communicating in writing or orally with other agencies or external affiliates. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC15 $55,221.00 – $96,639.00; Hiring range $55,221- $90,000 Management prefers applicants with the following: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and General Ledger systems (e.g., SAP), Demonstrated ability to read, analyze, interpret and apply general accepted accounting principles (GAAP), procedures and methods related to research of transactions and financial reporting. Experienced in reconciling Cash or Accounts Receivable accounts and other General Ledger accounts independently. Experience, exercising sound judgement and applying business practices to perform assigned duties with minimal supervision and technical direction. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and written with internal and external agencies and parties. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Minimum Education and Experience of Requirement: Bachelor's degree in accounting, or a degree in business administration, finance, public administration, or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution with 18 semester hours of accounting coursework; and four years of professional accounting/auditing experience in the preparation of interpretive or analytical accounting, financial statements and reports; or equivalent combination of education and experience. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application. EEO Statement T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Carole Cox-Carroll Email: [email protected]