Senior Accountant (Internal Only - Hybrid)

What You'll Be DoingAs a Senior Accountant in Planning and Development Services (PDS), you will help ensure that our financial operations keep pace with the complexity and volume of development activity in Wake County. Your work will directly support teams across the Administration, Planning and Inspections, and Watershed Management divisions.Monitor and reconcile PDS financial activity, ensuring accurate tracking of revenue, expenditures, and project related costsProvide administrative support and quality customer service to PDS staff navigating operational needs including (but not limited to) contracts and purchasingEnsure PDS financial processes and transactions are compliant with Wake County Finance policies and best practicesThe Senior Accountant must use critical-thinking skills, adapt to change, and provide positive customer service experience to internal and external stakeholders of PDS. The Senior Accountant will collaborate in a fast-paced, evolving environment while producing reliable and accurate work products.About Our TeamThe Wake County Planning & Development Services Department exists to ensure that growth and development are managed responsibly by preserving the outstanding quality of life that all Wake County residents expect. As the population and economy continue to grow in Wake County, the need for this approach increases. The Department is the County's leading resource for administering the County's regulations pertaining to land development. This work is guided by the County's Unified Development Ordinance, Comprehensive Plan, Stormwater Regulations, and North Carolina Building Code.The Department includes various work groups to advance development in Wake County's jurisdiction. Those groups include building permitting and inspections, stormwater, watershed management, planning and zoning. The department is also instrumental in convening stakeholders that have common interests in advanced land development projects. The stakeholders may include regional agencies related to transportation, stormwater, watershed management, or other planning efforts.The Basics (Required Education and Experience)Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related fieldFour years of experience in accountingEquivalent education and experience are acceptedPlease include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically experience and skill in using Microsoft ExcelHow Will We Know You're 'The One'?Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to identify discrepancies, troubleshoot issues, and recommend solutionsAbility to verify accounting and other financial documents and forms for accuracy and completenessStrong communication and customer service skillsAbility to stay focused on key/priority tasks and meet deadlinesAbility to learn and adapt in an agile environmentAttention to detail and organization skillsSound judgment and adapt well in dynamic or time‐sensitive situationsAbout This PositionLocation: WCOB Raleigh, NC 27602Employment Type: RegularWork Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pmHiring Range: 61569.00 - 83123.00Market Range: 61,569.00 - 104,676.00Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 6/4/2026What Makes Wake GreatEqual Opportunity StatementBackground Check StatementEmergency Service Worker StatementWhat Makes Wake GreatConsistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. In addition to being Wake County's seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina's most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms. In Fall 2026, two at-large seats will be added for nine total commissioners. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well-managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County's FY2026 General Fund budget is approximately $2.1 billion, and the County has over 5,100 full time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.Equal Opportunity StatementWake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.Background Check StatementPosition may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Emergency Service Worker StatementIn the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.