Accounting Technician II

Agency

Dept of Environmental Quality

Division

Financial Services

Job Classification Title

Accounting Technician II (S)

Position Number

60036005

Grade

NC06

About Us

The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life.

Description of Work

* This posting is for multiple vacancies positions: 60036005 and 60036008 *

The Accounts Payable Technician II position reports directly to the Accounts Payable Supervisor within the Financial Services Division (FSD). The primary purpose of this position is to provide accounts payable support to the department by ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions in the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS). This position works independently while adhering to established policies, procedures, and internal controls. The Accounting Technician is responsible for responding promptly to management assignments, addressing division inquiries, and maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders regarding payment processing activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Process invoices, contract payments, and other payment transactions accurately and timely within NCFS

Review and verify supporting documentation to ensure compliance with departmental policies, state regulations, and accounting requirements

Research, resolve, and respond to inquiries from vendors, employees, program staff, and management regarding payment status and accounts payable processes

Process employee travel reimbursements and expense-related transactions in accordance with state travel policies and departmental procedures.

Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation for audit and compliance purposes.

Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers while maintaining confidentiality of financial information.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $35,596.00 - $53,000.00

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above. Job posting details will no longer be available after the position closes.

Financial Services Division:
The Financial Services Division is a centralized organization committed to providing a variety of accounting, financial, budget and purchasing activities for DEQ.  Responsibilities include a broad range of departmental accounting functions in the following areas: accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, purchasing, maintenance of the accounting systems, federal funds administration, contract management, and financial reporting.  The Controller’s Office (accounting operations) serves as the primary accounting team within the Financial Services Division. The Accounts Payable team is the largest unit within the Controller’s Office and is responsible for the timely and accurate payment of the Agency’s invoices and contracts.

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. 

This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management. 

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.

Associate’s degree in Accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of accounting experience; or High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience in accounting work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The 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:

Malik Akim Ragler

Recruiter Email:

hrrecruitment@deq.nc.gov