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North Carolina Central University

Accounting Technician

🇺🇸 Durham, NC

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $31K - $45K

💻 Finance

🗓️ October 15th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

North Carolina Central University is hiring an Accounting Technician. The role involves performing monthly and annual accounts reconciliation, analyzing student accounts, preparing journal entries, managing cash transfers, assisting with billing issues, and supporting the year-end closing process. The position requires strong accounting knowledge, report preparation, and excellent customer service skills to interact with students and resolve financial inquiries.

Highlights
  • Perform accounts reconciliation monthly and annually, including running reports and analyzing data.
  • Prepare spreadsheets, journal entries, and cash management transfers to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable.
  • Assist students in resolving billing issues and understanding their account balances.
  • Update and maintain policies and procedures related to student accounting.
  • Use Banner Finance system or equivalent and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
  • Requires knowledge of technical accounting, collections, balancing and reconciling accounts.
  • Minimum qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent with one year accounting experience or equivalent training.
  • Work hours: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, full-time permanent position.
  • Salary range: $31,200 to $45,000 annually.
  • Primary department: Student Accounting Office responsible for tuition and fees collection to support university enrollment and retention goals.

Accounting Technician Full Description

Accounting Technician
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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.
Posting Details
 Position Information 
Position/Classification Title  | Accounting Technician
Working Title  | Accounting Technician
Competency Level  | Journey
Position Number  | 102095
Salary Grade Equivalent  | GN07
FLSA  | Non-Exempt
Appointment Type  | Permanent - Full Time
FTE  | 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date  |
Department Hiring Range  | $31200 - $45,000
EEO-1 Category  | Administrative Support Workers
SOC Code  | 43-3031 - Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
 
Position Overview 
Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight!  | Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight. 
Visit NCCU.edu.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit  | The primary purpose of the Student Accounting Office is to manage the collection of tuition and fees on behalf of the students. The unit’s engagement in the process will enable the University to achieve its enrollment objectives and its retention and graduation efforts.

Primary Purpose of Position  | The primary purpose of position is the accounts reconciliation process on monthly and annual basis. This entails running reports, reviewing, analyzing and researching data, preparing spreadsheets, preparing journal entries and cash management transfers to ensure that accounts receivable accounts are cleared properly. This position will also assist in updating and maintaining policies and procedures. This position will assist in analyzing and reconciling accounts receivable for year-end closing. Additionally, this position is to assist students in resolving billing issues. The position will analyze students’ accounts, make adjustments to student accounts, as needed and assist students in understanding their bill and balance. Position will also assist and direct students in resolving other university issues, as needed. Good customer service is imperative.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities  | The successful candidate must possess a working knowledge of Banner Finance or an equivalent system; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word and Excel) Applications; knowledge of accounting and/or collections experience; knowledge of analyze accounting transactions; knowledge of balancing and reconciling accounts; knowledge of file management and track transaction; must demonstrate the ability to work independently with little or no supervision; to take initiative to see projects and assignments through to completion; to learn, interpret and analyze information to make necessary decisions; to exercise judgment and discretion in problem solving; to plan, prioritize and organize workflow; ability to work flexible schedules; excellent analytical and organizational skills along with written and oral communication skills, excellent editing; great interpersonal skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of individuals in a high pressure environment.

Minimum Education/Experience  | High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation  | N/A
Equal Opportunity Employer  | 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.
Work Hours  | Monday - Friday 8-5
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies  | No
Campus Security Authority Designated Position  | No
 Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies 
Required Competency  | Knowledge - Technical
Duties  | Knowledge of technical accounting, including the maintenance and reporting of financial accounting data. Ability to remain current in developments and trends in the area of assignment. Specifically to analyze student accounts to assist in the completion of the payment process and refunds.Required Competency  | Financial Program Monitoring and Management
Duties  | Ability to observe monitor, collect, and record fiscal data. Ability to assess the accuracy, validity, and integrity of data. Ability to coordinate and administer fiscal program activities and protocols. Ability to manage resources, monitor activities, and assess risks and quality control associated with the program. Ability to prepare documentation and create financial reports.Required Competency  | Problem Solving
Duties  | Candidate must possess the ability to recognize, define, and resolve problems using operating procedures, practices, and established precedents. Must be capable of resolving issues and concerns and unique situations. Specifically, must interact with parents and students to resolve issues for an effective transition.Required Competency  | Communication - Verbal/Written
Duties  | Ability to communicate information to individuals or groups and deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience. Ability to clearly and concisely convey information orally or in writing to individuals or groups to ensure that they understand the information and the message. Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others.
 Posting Detail Information 
Posting Number  | SPA01361P
Open Date  | 07/02/2024
Close Date  | 11/02/2025
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.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Letter of Recommendation 1
  3. Letter of Recommendation 2 
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
  3. DD-214 (Veterans Only)
  4. NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
  5.  Licenses and/or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
Supplemental Questions
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North Carolina Central University
 1801 Fayetteville St.
 Durham, NC, 27707
 Mainline: 919-530-6100