Job Description

Agency Adult Correction
Division Administration
Job Classification Title Accounting Technician III (S)
Position Number 60056465
Grade NC07
About Us
NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry. We have a mission that matters!
Description of Work Salary Range: $35,984 - $62,971 Annually
This is an Internal Posting open ONLY for current North Carolina State Government employees and eligible RIF Candidates from NC State Government. To include eligible current Temporary Employees.
The primary purpose of this position is to audit and process both direct and matching invoices for the Department of Adult Correction in the Eastern Region, including those related to fleet products and services such as fuel, gas, oil, propane and other invoices both direct and matching. The Accounting Technician III is responsible for running and analyzing reports related to accounts payable activity and taking appropriate action, including making necessary entries or escalating to the Team Lead, creating spreadsheets to ensure timely payment of critical services. This position also serves as a lead, stepping in during the Team Lead's absence to provide guidance, support team members, and ensure continuity of operations by offering direction as needed.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Management Preferences:

• Experience with NC Financial System (NCFS) and E-Procurement systems
• Proficient in MS Excel
• Communicating effectively with diverse stakeholders including vendors, managers, and auditors. Accounting principles and practices relevant to invoice and payment processing. Interpret and apply procurement and payment policies and procedures

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Review, verify, and process payments for goods and services using NCFS, ensuring accuracy in pricing, taxes, freight, and quantities.
• Process payments for non-PO items by validating required forms, supplier data, and accounting codes.
• Manage payments and maintain records for fuel-related purchases; ensure billing accuracy and vendor coordination.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies such as duplicate payments, tax or service charge errors, and unit mismatches; perform reconciliation and vendor follow-up.
• Act as liaison for vendors, auditors, and internal staff regarding payment issues; ensure timely and professional resolution.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with .
Note to Current State Employees: State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.
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.
Associate's degree in Accounting from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in accounting; or High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four years of experience in accounting work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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: Anchal Mishra
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