Accounting Technician

Posting Details

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Working Title Accounting Technician Location Boone, NC Position Number N50585/N50595/N50564 Department Office of Rural Promise - 240105

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from High School and one year of experience in accounting work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

License/Certification Required

n/a

Essential Job Functions

Apply considerable knowledge of government accounting methods, program laws and regulations, procedures, and accounting practices needed to perform the work. Apply the knowledge in a variety of technology, financial systems and packages to create and maintain data. Develop formulas for moderately complex spreadsheets. Maintain ongoing communication with partners to include county financial officers with an understanding of school district policies and procedures. Quarterly site visits with county finance and administrative teams to monitor compliance and provide other training as needed. Understanding of the federal regulations governing GEAR UP and other federal grants including but not limited to EDGAR, Code of Federal Regulations (Uniform Guidance), program statutes, and program regulations. Attention to detail, organization, setting and meeting deadlines, and always remaining audit-ready are required. Effective collaboration skills are essential to working with the team, within administration, with the office of Special Funds Accounting, as well as with program coordinators on campus. Position requires effective analyzing, examining, tracking, inquiring, and ensuring deadlines are met for match and reimbursement packets, which are submitted on a monthly basis from 11 different counties across western North Carolina. Critical thinking skills are necessary to provide regular recommendations for improved efficiencies in processes and procedures. An operational mindset is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer individual to have experience with travel procedures, purchasing procedures, Grants Management, and aspects of University funding.

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution is preferred.

Work Schedule/Hours

Monday - Friday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff No Physical Demands of Position

Normal office environment

Hiring Range $20-$22 per hour

Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 08/26/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web) Special Instructions to Applicants

The Office of Rural Promise plans to fill two positions for temporary Accounting Technicians for the Appalachian State University GEAR UP and EIR grants.

Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55807 Posting Number 201500569P

Supplemental Questions

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• • Describe in detail your experience using Microsoft Excel. Specifically, what types of formulas or other features of excel have you used and for what purpose?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What is your definition of excellent customer service?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please describe your communication skills (verbal and written) and how they will help you in performing the duties of this position.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents