Accounting Controls & Reporting Manager

Agency

Dept of Public Instruction

Division

Financial and Business Services

Job Classification Title

Accounting Manager II (NS)

Position Number

60009527

Grade

NC20

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) is charged with implementing the state's public school laws for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade public schools at the direction of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction and State Board of Education.

Description of Work

*This is a REPOST of position 60009527.
Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply. *

*This position is Exempt Managerial and is EXEMPT from certain provisions of the State Human Resources Act (GS 126).

The Accounting Controls & Reporting (ACR) Manager is responsible for leading the Department of Public Instruction’s accounting controls and financial reporting operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant reporting of more than $13 billion in annual state and federal funding. This position oversees internal control activities, audits, and preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), supporting fiscal accountability and transparency for public education across North Carolina.

Job Responsibilities:

Lead the preparation and submission of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Single Audit reports, and Annual Financial Statement Report, including Management Discussion & Analysis, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state requirements.

Oversee and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations, GAAP standards, and internal controls.

Monitor grant activity across federal, state, and non-state sources, ensuring compliance with Uniform Grant Guidance, reporting requirements, cash receipt tracking, and proper closeout processes.

Manage key financial operations including account reconciliations, month-end close, subsidiary ledger analysis, bank account reconciliation, interest allocations, and escheatment reporting.

Serve as the primary liaison for external audits and lead internal control compliance efforts (EAGLE), including reviewing documentation, risk assessments, and coordinating with oversight agencies.

Supervise and develop accounting staff by assigning work, evaluating performance, improving processes, and leading modernization efforts to enhance financial systems, automation, and reporting transparency.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruiting Range: $70,478.00 - $119,974.00

Management Preference:

• Experience leading governmental accounting and financial reporting functions
• Experience coordinating audits and managing internal control environments
• Experience supervising and developing professional accounting staff

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Supplemental Information:

Agency Financial Services (AFS) provides statewide financial leadership and operational support for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (DPI). The division oversees financial planning, budgeting, accounting, reporting, grants administration, purchasing, and audit coordination to ensure fiscal integrity and compliance for public education programs statewide. AFS serves as DPI’s primary point of contact for internal and external audits and plays a critical role in safeguarding public funds while supporting the department’s mission to serve students, educators, and communities across North Carolina.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a degree in business administration, finance or public administration or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution with 18 semester hours of accounting coursework; and six years of professional accounting experience in the preparation and review of interpretive or analytical accounting/financial statements, and reports; of which at least two is supervisory; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some positions may require certification as a Public Accountant.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Tamara Lynn Cherry

Recruiter Email:

TAMARA.CHERRY@DPI.NC.GOV