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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Accountant 1

🇺🇸 North Carolina, NC

🕑 Temporary

💰 $47K - $65K

💻 Finance

🗓️ August 5th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hiring an Accountant 1. This role manages and monitors financial activities for multiple Centers and Core Facilities within the School of Medicine's Finance and Research Service Center, overseeing funds including grants, contracts, and state funds. The position involves project administration, budget planning, financial reporting, auditing for compliance, and providing financial guidance to Principal Investigators and Core Directors.

Highlights

  • Manage financial activities for Centers and Core Facilities within the School of Medicine Finance and Research Service Center.
  • Handle various fund types such as grants, contracts, trusts, trials, gifts, Medical Foundation, overhead, and state funds.
  • Perform project and program administration and organize research operations.
  • Communicate financial information effectively with internal and external customers including Principal Investigators and Core Directors.
  • Participate fully in budget planning, financial report development, and billing processes.
  • Audit accounts to ensure agency compliance and analyze funding resources.
  • Required skills include knowledge of accounting policies, ability to prepare financial reports, and strong communication capabilities.
  • Preferred experience includes familiarity with PeopleSoft and post-award grant accounting.
  • Position is entry-level requiring a Master’s degree or a Bachelor’s degree with 0-2 years of experience.
  • Compensation range is $46,900 to $65,000 for a 12-month temporary staff position, working 40 hours per week.