Accountant

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Accts Payable and Vendor Svcs-213620 Career Area Accounting/Finance/Auditing Posting Open Date 06/22/2026 Application Deadline 07/13/2026 Open Until Filled No Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF) Working Title Accountant Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty Position Number 00034984 Vacancy ID NF0009842 Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent FTE 1 Hours per week 40 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range Proposed Start Date 08/10/2026

Position Information

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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

The University of Chapel Hill conducts business with many domestic and foreign vendors, as well as Independent Contractors. Each has its own process of enrollment and policy, which must be adhered to when establishing these business relationships. Accounts Payable and Vendor Services manages all aspects of vendor invoicing, including:

• New Vendors. Establishes protocols of enrollment for both Foreign and Domestic vendors into the UNC-Chapel Hill payment system.
• Independent Contractors. Reviews and approves the enrollment of contractors who render services for the University.
• 1099 Misc. Tax Forms. Oversight and compliance for non-employees who receive payment from the University.
• Voucher Approvals and Payments. Reviews and approves all business entertainment and employee expenses to ensure State and Federal compliance. For information on filing employee's expenses, see the Travel and Expenses website. In addition, we handle P.O. Vouchers (P.O.s), outside party vouchers, campus vouchers (including petty cash vouchers, independent contractor vouchers, cash advance vouchers and electronic funds transfers).

Position Summary

Hybrid: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The Accounts Payable Accountant position applies knowledge of banking, accounting, business practices, fraud prevention, internal and external communications, administration and analysis in a multi-faceted departmental unit. This position supports the department's customer service focus and is responsible for analysis, reconciliations, special ad hoc projects, policy creation, interpretation and implementation as well as security information management.

The position is responsible for reconciliations of bank accounts and liability accounts that are in the control of Accounts Payable. The Accountant executes the 1099 process of the department and takes the lead in analyzing IRS B-notices along with the vendor coordinator team, and produces notices to send to vendors as required by the IRS B-notice.

The position oversees pay cycles and ACH bank confirmations, processes payroll pay cycles and recalls ACH payments made in error when notified within a 5 day window. The position reaches out to vendors paid in error to recover funds as needed and communicates the master schedule for pay cycles.

The Accountant assists the Voucher Team Supervisor by analyzing the credits in the system, and is responsible for responding to PRGX inquiries, the organization hired by NC Office of State Controller to collect outstanding credits.

The position supports the campus voucher team during peak seasons, during vacations and provides backup for the voucher supervisor by reviewing campus vouchers over $5,000, and reviews bi-weekly wire pay cycles.

The position is the primary contact for the virtual card system and enrolls new vendors in Bank of America Works. The Accountant works closely with the domestic vendor coordinator on when to convert vendors to virtual card payment methods based on vouchers in flight. Also, reconciles the monthly bank statement for virtual card activity and facilitates payment for the statement balance.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Mid-career with Master's and 1-2 years experience; or Bachelor's and 2-4 years experience.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.

Experience with complex reconciliations utilizing multiple software programs and experience with financial management and analysis metrics.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

MBA with Accounting or Finance Concentration preferred.

Recent wire and ACH transfer and foreign banking experience.

• Experience with PeopleSoft/UNC-CH systems.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/321228

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Rachel Traver, Human Resources Specialist Department Contact Telephone or Email rach26@ad.unc.edu 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.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Please select the response below that describes your level of education that best or mostly closely satisfies the education requirements for this position.

• Bachelor's degree in required discipline(s) listed or related field

• Bachelor's degree in any field/discipline

• Master's degree or Doctorate degree in required discipline(s) listed or related field

• Master's degree or Doctorate degree in any field/discipline

• None of the above

• • Please select the response below that best describes your experience with complex reconciliations utilizing multiple software programs and experience with financial management and analysis metrics:

• 0 YEARS

• 1-2 YEARS

• 3-4 YEARS

• 5+ YEARS

• • Please select the additional qualification(s) you possess (check all that apply):

• CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT

• MBA WITH ACCOUNTING OR FINANCE CONCENTRATION

• RECENT WIRE AND ACH TRANSFER AND FOREIGN BANKING EXPERIENCE

• EXPERIENCE WITH PEOPLESOFT/UNC-CH SYSTEMS