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Posting Information

Posting Information

Department

SOM Clinical Research Alliance-425701

Career Area

Accounting / Finance / Auditing

Is this an internal only recruitment?

No

Posting Open Date

09 / 22 / 2025

Application Deadline

11 / 26 / 2025

Position Type

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title

Accounting Technician - Advanced

Salary Grade Equivalent

NC07 / GN09

Working Title

Accounting Technician

Position Number

20044011, 20045471

Vacancy ID

P020554

Full-time / Part-time Permanent / Time-Limited

Full-Time Time-Limited

If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

1 Year

Hours per week

40

Work Schedule

Mon- Fri : 8am-5pm.

Hybrid work schedule : Mon & Fri- work from home; Tues, Wed & Thurs- work from office.

Work Location

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

$49,000-$60,000

Pay Band Information

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet .

Position Summary Information

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work / life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care : We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education : We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research : We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

THIS IS A TIME-LIMITED POSITION WITH AN ESTIMATED DURATION OF 1 YEAR.

The Accounting Technician is responsible for managing and overseeing departmental core facilities' funds for the Clinical Research Alliance and the Advancing Clinical Trails Globally (ACTG) Leadership and Operations Center (LOC), a cooperative group funded by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), and other collaborating NIH Institutes and Centers, as well as industry partners. The position completes monthly account reconciliation and billing, manages receivables, performs collection activities, oversees travel and supply expenditures, and provides support for various projects and reporting responsibilities as needed. Duties include, but may not be limited to :

• Preparation and review of monthly reconciliation reports to verify appropriateness of expenditures and ensuring compliance with university policy.
• Managing invoice collections and preparing accounts receivable aging reports to facilitate collection activities.
• Overseeing administrative duties needed by the core facility including ordering supplies and overseeing maintenance contracts for equipment.
• Developing action plans to address deficiencies and facilitate improvement to promote effective and efficient processes.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Prior experience in the field of accounting preferred. Knowledge of University systems and procedures. Demonstrated experience with monitoring and managing financial accounts for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with accounting standards and regulations and / or program laws and regulations. Demonstrated ability to manage reporting of complex financial area or program(s), including preparation and analysis of financial statements and reports. Ability to justify and defend financial information. Demonstrated ability to resolve programmatic and financial problems of considerable complexity requiring research, analysis, and implementation of change. Ability to develop and implement procedure changes. Ability to train, assign, supervise, and review the work of others.

Required Licenses / Certifications

Special Physical / Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position / Schedule Requirements

Evening work occasionally, Overtime occasionally

Special Instructions

Quick Link

Contact Information

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note : The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.