Posting Details

Posting Details

Requisition NumberS1878Position Number999037Position Classification TitleAccountantFunctional TitleAccountant - AdvancedPosition TypeStaffUniversity Information

UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The primary purpose of the financial Accounting Section of Accounting Services is to provide timely and accurate financial accounting financial information to the University community and outside users, and to record, track, and safeguard the University’s Fixed assets. These functions are critical to the University., Management requires timely and accurate financial information for both short-term and long-term strategic planning and decision making. Outside users of this information include state agencies that monitor and approve funding for University operations.

On a daily basis, cash requirements must be submitted promptly in order for the state to approve funds for accounts payable, capital improvement, and payroll activity.

The Fixed Assets Section of the Office of Accounting Services is responsible for the timely and accurate maintenance of the University’s fixed asset accounting and control records as directed by University and State policies. The information generated and prepared by the Fixed Assets Section is used in the preparation of the annual financial report, the computation of overhead rates, the computation of adequate insurance coverage and the computation of losses by fire or theft.

Position Summary

The Finance Manager (Advanced Accountant) is an integral and critical part of the University’s accounting services function.

The primary purposes of this position are to: ensure the integrity of financial data recorded in the accounting system, prepare reports for University and outside users, determine and submit daily cash requirements, ensure accurate recording and safeguarding of fixed assets, and coordinate encumbrance and funding of capital improvements, as well as, repair and renovation projects with the Assoc. VC for Facilities, Asst. VC for Facilities Design & Construction, and Accountants. The Manager uses the complex Banner Finance software to record financial transactions and adjustments, as well as, preparation of budget reports on state operating and capital reports. Therefore, it is essential that the information inputs to Banner Finance and state systems are timely and accurat. This includes responsibility for funding the payroll and accounts payable disbursing accounts; processing cash receipt, cash disbursement, and cash transfers on the Office of State Controller’s Cash Management System (CMCS), the Office of the State Treasurer’s Core Banking System along with UNCG system journal vouchers while maintaining Excel spreadsheet summaries for each budget code, including Capital budget codes. Each budget code must be reconciled to CMCS and UNCG’s Banner Finance system on a monthly basis. Such activity must be in compliance with the State of North Carolina Cash Management Legislation, Policies and Procedures, as well as, UNC General Administration Policies, Procedures, Guidelines, and requirements.

The Manager determines daily cash requirements and submits transfers and requisitions of funds as needed through the Cash Management Control System (CMCS) via the Office of the State Controller. In addition, the Manager is responsible for submitting electronic warrants for the payroll direct deposit, federal/FICA tax liabilities, and various payroll retirement/annuity plans, as well as receiving and recording funds for the Contracts and Grants Section, North Carolina Teaching Fellows, and other miscellaneous receipts from other state agencies. Such activity must be in compliance with the State of North Carolina Cash Management Legislation, Policies and Procedures. The Manager is responsible for the preparation of journal vouchers, appropriate cash disbursements and cash receipts activity, and review of journal vouchers submitted by other University staff to ensure that University and State policies are followed. The Manager must apply knowledge of the theory and practice of recording, classifying, examining, and analyzing data and records of financial transaction including the application of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), as well as, requirements of NC Office of the State Controller (OSC), UNC General Administration and the University

The Manager is responsible for the preparation of the monthly and annual BD725 Capital Improvements (Cl) including reconciliation with CMCS. In addition, funds Cl projects for capital construction as well as repair & replacement projects for the University, including advising University Construction & Design/Facilities management as to the availability and use of those funds. Responsible for key components of fiscal year closing of recording journal vouchers and detail preparation of components, schedules, and notes of the University’s Consolidated Annual Financial Report and the University’s Financial Statements, particularly on the following topics: Construction in Progress, Retainage, Open Commitments, and Capital Assets.

The Manager is a key advisor to the UNC GA Office of Compliance and Audit regarding the preparation of and updates of the UNC system Capital Asset Standards and Key Performance Indicators.

The Financial Accounting Manager supervises and directs the Fixed Assets Section. This includes the correct and complete capitalization of each fixed asset invoice and the related tagging of the asset into a complex Banner Finance Fixed Asset submodule as well as separate bar-code subsystem.

All of the above duties are critical to the University’s relationship with the Office of the State Auditor, the Office of State Controller, the Office of State Budget and Management, other state agencies, UNC General Administration, outside suppliers, and other outside users of financial information. A high level of knowledge and accuracy is demanded in maintaining the integrity of financial data recorded in the accounting system and in the preparation of budget and other financial reports because both the Chancellor and Vice Chancellor for Business Affairs expect work performance that does not contribute to audit findings. Additionally, they expect the Financial Accounting Manager to develop an effective working relationship with all levels of all employees on the University’s campus. These positive relationships facilitate the sharing of timely and accurately information.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate’s degree in accounting; or Associate’s degree in business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience. all degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and CertificatesPreferred Qualifications

Three to five years (3 – 5) experience.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:

1. Name,
2. Company Name,
3. Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
4. Email Address
5. Contact Phone Number

Recruitment Range$54,419 - $78,000Org #-DepartmentAccounting Services - 56202Work Hours of Position8 A.M - 5 P.M., Monday - Friday; some overtime possibleNumber of Months per Year12Posting RequirementsJob FamilyAdministrative & ManagerialCareer Banded TitleAccountantOpen Date08/17/2019Close Date08/27/2019FTE 1.000FLSAExemptIf other, please indicateIf time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.Salary Grade Equivalency77Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility

Knowledge – Professional

Professional knowledge and skill in accounting and ability to keep current with developments and trends. Knowledge and ability to use applicable information technology and systems to meet work needs.

Essential Tasks

1.Provide direction and guidance to the Financial Accounting and Fixed Assets staff of cash requirements, general accounting, capital improvements, and fixed assets. This includes knowledge and understanding of state statutes governing financial accounting, University and State policies and procedures, generally accepted accounting principles as promulgated by the AICPA, NACUBO, and GASB, and the sections of the United States Tax code which are applicable to universities.
2.Apply general knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, practices and reporting guidelines when preparing journal vouchers for departmental transfers and reclassifications, as well as cash receipt and cash disbursement journal vouchers, and Capital lmprovement/Repair & Replacement journal vouchers for funding projects.
3.Demonstrate knowledge of Banner Finance to ensure internal reporting needs, management needs, auditors, and external needs are being met. Demonstrate knowledge of WebFocus report writing (reporting tool for Banner information), CMCS, Core Banking, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word. Modify procedures, processes, and reporting as necessary. Determine applicable reporting needs, understand the large volume of complex Banner Finance table structures, relationship as to when specific tables and fields are updated as applicable, for Purchasing, Accounts Payable Fixed Assets, and Payroll process. In addition, understand the complex table structures, relationships, and accounting relative to the Banner Research Accounting module that is used for Capital Improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility

Financial Monitoring & Analysis

Ability to monitor and collect data and to assess the accuracy and integrity of data. Ability to analyze data. Ability to ensure compliance with applicable standards, rules, regulations, and systems of internal control. Ability to interpret and evaluate results, prepare documentation, and create financial reports and/or presentations.

Essential Tasks

1.Ensure from review of reports that State and University polices are adhered to, as well as the reports are providing accurate results. In addition, the Advanced Accountant (Financial Accounting Manager) is responsible for properly reconciling various general ledger activity internally, as well as with the balances of the Office of State Controller and the Office of State Budget and Management. As complex issues arise, or there are unique circumstances, this position should determine the appropriate course of action to resolve the applicable issues.

2.Ensure that new Banner Finance system patches and system upgrades are tested prior to implementation. Extra emphasis of review is necessary with the Banner Fixed Asset System and Banner Research Accounting System due to their extraordinary level of complexity.3.Be familiar with applicable cash management, general accounting, and fixed asset polices, procedures, and processes to identify major internal control points, as well as subsequent potential risk factors. As appropriate, this position modifies procedures and/or processes to improve internal control and minimize risk.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility

Supervision

Manage resources and personnel in the Financial Accounting and Fixed Assets functions.
Ability to recruit, select, counsel, discipline, establish performance standards, and evaluate performance of employees to retain a diverse workforce. Ability to administer and ensure compliance with human resources policies and procedures. Ability to monitor and assess work, provide feedback, and provide technical supervision. Ability to develop knowledge, skills, and abilities of employees and plan for and support employees in career development opportunities.

Essential Tasks

1.Write position descriptions, advertise open positions, interview candidates, and select new employees as needed.

2.Prepare Performance plans, as well as interim and annual performance reviews with personnel. If necessary, recommend disciplinary and grievance issues. Lead personnel in professional growth development.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility

Decision Making and Problem Solving

Ability to use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusions. Ability to take action consistent with available facts, constraints, and anticipated consequences.

Essential Tasks

Identify unique or new type of activity, and determine the best method of addressing the activity.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

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. Ability to establish effective working relationships that foster organizational success.

Essential Tasks

1. Write detail specifications for WebFocus Reports to be written by an IT Analysis, or self as applicable. This includes identification of specific Banner tables, Banner object access views, or Banner tables, as well as the applicable fields, selection criteria, and sort criteria. From testing of the report, determine any problems with the report and document detail changes that need to be made, and convey them to the appropriate Analyst.

2. Review journal vouchers, Capital Improvement invoices and applicable interdepartmental invoices Dependent upon the audience (who communication is being made to) In written and/or verbal form, convey pertinent information regarding accounting procedures, processes, and actions to facilitate effective results.

Competency

Competency

CompetencyProfessional KnowledgeCompetency Description

In-depth knowledge of accounting theories and principles and systems design. Ability to recognize complex and unique issues and develop resolution and/or consult with leadership in order to achieve resolution.

Knowledge to consistently serve as a technical resource.

Ability to identify problems and changing requirements regarding management needs, auditing, fiscal procedures, account structures or reports, and accounting systems.

Ability to make necessary modifications.

Competency LevelAdvanced Competency

CompetencyFinancial Monitoring and AnalysisCompetency Description

Ability to independently resolve complex problems for which no clear precedent exists within the current system or ability to implement new accounting structures. Ability to supervise resolution and/or implementation.

May require the ability to design and implement organization and program-specific accounting procedures/systems. Ability to examine and analyze complex financial statements. Ability to institute changes based on findings.

Ability to research, analyze, and ensure implementation of new and/or changing accounting and reporting systems. Ability to provide training and consultation related to new systems and/or reporting methodology.

Ability to ensure the development of related policies and procedures.

Ability to recommend actions or alternatives to be taken by management when accounting data discloses unfavorable trends or deviations or financial mismanagement.

Ability to make risk assessment of systems of internal control. May require the ability to approve improvements/changes to internal control systems.

Competency LevelAdvanced Competency

CompetencySupervisionCompetency Description

Ability to Oversee unit/organization supervisors to ensure compliance with recruitment and selection policies and procedures.

Ability to oversee unit/organization supervisors to ensure compliance with performance management policies and procedures. Ability to recommend resolution of disciplinary and grievance issues. Ability to review and authorize training opportunities for unit/organization. Ability to lead employee growth and development initiatives.

Competency LevelAdvanced Competency

CompetencyDecision Making and Problem SolvingCompetency Description

Ability to independently resolve and/or develop recommendations for unprecedented, complex issues and problems.

Ability to serve as a resource for others in resolving unprecedented, non-standard issues and problems. Ability to anticipate problems and develop recommendations for management resolution.

Competency LevelAdvanced Competency

CompetencyCommunication and Interpersonal SkillsCompetency Description

Ability to convey concise, comprehensive, and accurate findings on matters of a complex nature in written form.

Ability to provide conclusions and recommendations that are based on extensive professional knowledge and judgment.

Ability to convey issues of a complex nature in a clear, concise, and organized manner.

May require the ability to consult and/or negotiate with senior management/external entities regarding funding levels, cost allocations, or related financial issues.

Competency LevelAdvancedADA Checklist

ADA Checklist

"R" for Rare (0-30%), "O" for Occasional (30-60%), "F" for Frequent (60-90%), "C" for Constant (90-100%)

Physical EffortHand Movement-Repetitive Motions - C, Hand Movement-Grasping - F, Finger Dexterity - C, Reading - C, Writing - O, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - C, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Sitting - C, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - R, Reaching - OWork EnvironmentInside - C, Overtime - OApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Which of the following best describes your education history?
   • Master's Degree in directly related field
   • Bachelor's Degree with 12 credit hours of Accounting coursework
   • Associate's Degree in Accounting
   • Associate's Degree in Business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of Accounting coursework
   • Three (3) years of college coursework
   • Two (2) years of college coursework
   • One (1) year or less of college coursework
   • High School Diploma or GED
2. * How many years of experience in a directly related field do you have?
   • No Response
   • 6 or more years
   • 5 years
   • 4 years
   • 3 years
   • 2 years
   • 1 year
   • 4 months
   • less than 4 months
3. * Have you completed 12 hours of Accounting coursework?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have experience with Banner Finance?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
   • SpartanTalent Website
   • Piedmont Triad Area Newspaper
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • Other professional journal / website
   • NCWorks.gov
   • UNC School System Job Board
   • Personal Networking
   • Facebook
   • Twitter
   • Indeed.com
   • NorthCarolinaDiversity.com
   • Other
6. If you selected "Other", please provide the name of the resource here.

   (Open Ended Question)