Accountant I

Position Information Division: Finance and Administration Department: Accounting Services Working Title: Accountant Vacancy Type: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS) Salary Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience Position #: 2839 FLSA Status: Exempt Full-Time Equivalent: 1.0 Months per Year: 12 Grant Funded: No Primary Purpose of Position The Accountant for Financial Reporting performs advanced professional accounting work in support of the University's financial reporting functions, including investments, debt management, financial statement preparation, compliance reporting, and year-end closing processes. This position is responsible for preparing, analyzing, and reconciling complex financial data to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with University, State, Federal, and UNC System regulations. The role requires strong analytical skills, independent judgment, and the ability to interpret financial information for management decision-making and external reporting requirements. This position works closely with University departments, affiliated entities, external auditors, and state agencies to support financial reporting, audits, and strategic initiatives. Key Responsibilities Prepare debt compliance reports and coordinate tax returns for affiliated entities. Manage investment reconciliations and endowment reporting, including cash sweeps, cash drawdowns, and endowment earnings allocations. Assist with annual financial statement preparation and complete year-end schedules and audit workpapers for the University's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), annual audit, and other required reports. Reconcile and maintain records for University and affiliated entity investments, including performing monthly reconciliations and preparing related journal entries. Maintain debt schedules and monitor compliance with debt covenants, preparing required reporting and documentation. Coordinate annual tax return preparation for affiliated entities and support compliance reporting. Prepare internal and external financial reports, post journal entries and conduct reconciliations between Banner Finance and other systems. Utilize reporting tools such as Argos, Advanced Excel, and Banner reporting functions to analyze data and produce reliable reports. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field with a minimum of 12 credit hours in accounting coursework (Master's degree preferred). Prior experience with Banner Finance, governmental accounting, higher education financial reporting, and fund accounting is strongly preferred. Experience with annual financial statement preparation, audit support, debt compliance reporting, endowment accounting, and investment reconciliations is highly desirable. Advanced Excel skills required, including proficiency with Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex formulas, and financial data analysis. Experience with reporting tools such as Argos, Banner reporting functions, and UNC System reporting platforms is strongly preferred. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, independent judgment, and ability to communicate financial information effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Background Check and Equal Opportunity Statement This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), and credit history check (if applicable). All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as part of the online application process. UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on veteran status, disability, age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for its openings. Required Documents CV/Resume Cover Letter J-18808-Ljbffr