Disaster Recovery Accounting Specialist

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The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina. Description of Work This is a repost. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply. Are you seeking meaningful and rewarding work in accounting? If so, please continue reading to learn more about this Accounting Specialist in the Controller's Office with the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NC DPS). This Accounting Specialist will support Disaster Recovery Programs by ensuring compliance with complex state and federal regulations governing fund disbursement and grant management. Position will review reimbursement requests, verify vendor setup in the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS), perform various accounting functions such as journal entries, expenditure audits, and grant reporting. Working closely with the Grants Accounting Manager and Accounts Payable Supervisor, the Accounting Specialists help oversee invoice processing, financial reporting, and internal control procedures. Given the high volume of grant funds ranging from $115M to $750M annually, this role is essential for maintaining accurate records, meeting financial obligations, and ensuring the agency remains compliant with diverse and evolving grant requirements. About the NC DPS Controller's Office and Disaster Grants Section: The DPS Controller's Office ensures that all department financial resources and funds are received, disbursed, recorded, and accounted for in accordance with all applicable State and Federal laws and regulations, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Department policy and procedures. The Controller's Office at the agency level has oversight responsibility of this department and is accountable to the office of the State Controller for the integrity of that data. The objective of the Disaster Grants section is to ensure fiscal accountability of the use of funds awarded to the agency from various sources. This includes but is not limited to compliance, interpreting, and applying federal regulations, cash management and reporting of expenditures. The agency receives federal grants, cooperative agreements, state grants, and private grants. This is a full time TIME-LIMITED position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits for a limited duration of time (with the potential to extend up to 36months). This position is EXEMPT from most provisions of the State Human Resources Act (GS 126) The work schedule is Monday - Friday 8am-5pm. We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $ 45,431.00 - $ 79,504 .00 To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator . DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants ho demonstrate Management Preferences. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant's potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources . Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application. Management Preferences - (These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.) Knowledge of Generally Accepting Accounting Principles (GAAP), methods, procedures, and/or accounting practices. Experience reconci

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Agency Safety Division 70000075 Dept of Public Safety Job Classification Title Administrative Officer (NS) Position Number 65028651 Grade FLATRATE

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