Western Carolina University
Accounting Technician III - #000019
🇺🇸 Cullowhee, NC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $47K
💻 Finance
🗓️ January 8th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Western Carolina University is hiring an Accounting Technician III. The role manages all facets of travel accounting, Travel Card Administration, and processing, requiring comprehensive knowledge of university, state, and UNC system policies. The position involves analyzing data for accuracy, interpreting regulations, and maintaining professional interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
Highlights
- Manage all aspects of travel accounting and Travel Card Administration.
- Analyze data for accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Maintain expertise in WCU policies and state/UNC system rules, including OSC, OSA, OSBM.
- High degree of interaction with internal and external constituents.
- Work independently with strong organizational and professional skills.
- Preferred experience with Banner and CataMart software.
- Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business administration or accounting, or Associate's degree plus one year experience.
- Permanent full-time position in the Purchasing & Accounts Payable department.
- Anticipated hiring range: $46,500 annually.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Accounting Technician III - #000019 Full Description
Accounting Technician III - #000019
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.
Please include cover letter, resume and a list references.
For questions or additional information please contact Bruce Barker at bbarker@wcu.edu
Please include cover letter, resume and a list references.
For questions or additional information please contact Bruce Barker at bbarker@wcu.edu
Posting Details
Posting Information
Posting Number | EHRA1023P
Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/32614
Classification Title | Accounting Technician III
Working Title | Accounting Technician III - #000019
Department | Purchasing & Accounts Payable
Anticipated Hiring Range | $46,500
About WCU | Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes ‘Best Employers’ lists each year. Including:
• 2025 – Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.
• 2024 – Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
• 2023 – Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
• 2022 – Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.
Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences – many of which are offered free of charge.
Position Summary | The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus. This position is designated as being exempt from the State Human Resources Act (EHRA).
The primary purpose of this position is responsibility for all aspects of travel accounting, Travel Card Administration and processing. The Travel Accounting Technician is also expected to have a strong working knowledge of WCU policies and procedures as well as various agencies who set State and UNC system policies including but not limited to the Office of State Controller (OSC), Office of State Auditor (OSA), Office of State Budget Management (OSBM), and The System Office. This position will serve as a specialist in travel accounting and analyze data for accuracy and interpret regulations.
This position has a high degree of interaction with internal and external constituents. This individual will be able to work independently and must be exceedingly well organized, flexible, and possess the ability tow work with a high level of professionalism.
Minimum Qualifications | Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the employer.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or accounting; or Associate’s degree in business administration or accounting and one year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications | Preference will be given to those with an accounting degree and experience in Banner and CataMart.
Position Type | Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week |
Number of Months Per Year | 12
Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/32614
Classification Title | Accounting Technician III
Working Title | Accounting Technician III - #000019
Department | Purchasing & Accounts Payable
Anticipated Hiring Range | $46,500
About WCU | Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes ‘Best Employers’ lists each year. Including:
• 2025 – Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.
• 2024 – Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
• 2023 – Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
• 2022 – Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.
Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences – many of which are offered free of charge.
Position Summary | The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus. This position is designated as being exempt from the State Human Resources Act (EHRA).
The primary purpose of this position is responsibility for all aspects of travel accounting, Travel Card Administration and processing. The Travel Accounting Technician is also expected to have a strong working knowledge of WCU policies and procedures as well as various agencies who set State and UNC system policies including but not limited to the Office of State Controller (OSC), Office of State Auditor (OSA), Office of State Budget Management (OSBM), and The System Office. This position will serve as a specialist in travel accounting and analyze data for accuracy and interpret regulations.
This position has a high degree of interaction with internal and external constituents. This individual will be able to work independently and must be exceedingly well organized, flexible, and possess the ability tow work with a high level of professionalism.
Minimum Qualifications | Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the employer.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or accounting; or Associate’s degree in business administration or accounting and one year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications | Preference will be given to those with an accounting degree and experience in Banner and CataMart.
Position Type | Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week |
Number of Months Per Year | 12
Posting Text
Open Date | 01/07/2026
Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants | Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.
Please include cover letter, resume and a list references.
For questions or additional information please contact Bruce Barker at bbarker@wcu.edu
Background/E-Verify | Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Credential Verification | All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
EOE | Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
University Safety | The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.
Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants | Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.
Please include cover letter, resume and a list references.
For questions or additional information please contact Bruce Barker at bbarker@wcu.edu
Background/E-Verify | Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Credential Verification | All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
EOE | Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
University Safety | The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Resume
- List of references
Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you require sponsorship?
- Yes
- No
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