Accounting Technician

Agency Safety Division 70000075 Dept of Public Safety Job Classification Title Accounting Technician I (S) Position Number 60084684 Grade NC05 About Us The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina. Description of Work Are you seeking a meaningful, rewarding, and challenging career in accounting? If so, continue reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity with the North Carolina Department of Public Safety. This position is located in the Accounts Payable Section of the DPS-Controller’s Office. The primary purpose of this position is to audit, process and manage departmental medical services and prescription RX purchases. As part of this task, the position must handle confidential information with discretion. This position must work with specific division contacts to reconcile payment data as well as perform trouble-shooting steps to resolve payment and account issues. Note that medical services and prescription RX purchases are mainly for juvenile delinquents. The employee in this position will consult with external vendors as well as specific division contacts to resolve any outstanding issues. The primary purpose of the Department of Public Safety Controller’s Office is to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Department policies and procedures to ensure that departmental financial data and funds are received, disbursed, recorded, and accounted for in accordance with all applicable State and Federal laws and regulations. The Controller’s Office at the agency level has oversight responsibility for the department and is accountable to the Office of the State Controller to preserve the integrity of that data. The Accounting Technician I is responsible for providing accurate accounts payable and disbursement processing services for general accounting invoices. Specific duties include but are not limited to:

• Reviewing and processing Direct Payment invoices and/or Purchase Order (PO-Matching) Numbered invoices
• Utilizing the NC E-Procurement System and the NCFS (North Carolina Financial System) to research, enter, and pay invoices for goods and services for all DPS positions
• Reconciling payment data and troubleshooting problems with payments and accounts
• Consulting with vendors and staff regarding account issues The employee in this position should have the ability to verify and ensure the accuracy and validity of Accounts Payable transactions; the ability to examine accounting records to ensure adherence to accounting standards and regulations; the ability to recognize and solve problems of moderate complexity on a proactive basis; the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all levels of departmental staff; and the ability to explain and interpret financial information while responding to staff and vendors. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $33,902.00 - $59,327.00 This is a full-time permanent position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. The work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm. We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program. To view an example of total compensation, please visit NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator . DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented in the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. For more information about the application process, please visit State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions . Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application. Management Preferences
• Experience in Accounts Payable
• Experience processing direct payment invoices and/ or purchase order (PO) numbered invoices and/or other invoice types
• Experience using Microsoft Office functions, such as Excel, Word, and/or Outlook
• Experience using the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) and/or other electronic accounting system(s)
• Experience with assisting, interpreting, and analyzing accounting data in various aspects The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved, and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency, prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. Transcripts Attaching transcripts is optional; however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience . Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university. Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education. International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: . Military Experience Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge
• Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference: A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS). A former member of the