Accounting , Financial Mgmt Advisor II

Agency

Dept of State Treasurer

Division

State, Local Gov Finance

Job Classification Title

Accountant II (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC14

About Us

Our mission is to preserve, protect and sustain the state’s pension and healthcare plans, generate investment returns, properly account for and report on all funds, assure the financially sound issuance of debt for state and local governments, maintain the state’s AAA bond rating, and provide exemplary service across all divisions of the Department.

Description of Work

This position assesses and monitors the fiscal health of more than 1,100 local governments in NC. It reviews annual independent audits, collects technical assistance via phone, email, and site visits, and informs senior management of potential fiscal failures, trends, and guidance requests. Risk assessment procedures are applied to allocate restricted resources, and the role supports special projects that develop communication, writing, organization, and analytics skills.

Responsibilities

• Review proportional share of audited financial statements for local governments and public authorities to determine fiscal health.
• Provide assistance to units on governmental accounting, reporting, auditing, budgeting, and compliance with NC statutes and Orbit requirements.
• Prepare and submit management reports within specified guidelines and deadlines.
• Evaluate communications regarding GASB, AICPA, and other rule‑setting bodies to determine applicability to NC local governments.
• Analyze financial data to assess overall financial condition of entities.
• Communicate analysis results and propose improvements to senior management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• CPA credential or active pursuit of NC CPA exam eligibility.
• In-depth knowledge of governmental GAAP, GASB standards, the NC Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act, the NC School Budget and Fiscal Control Act, and other related federal and state regulations.
• At least 2 years of accounting or auditing experience, preferably in local government or public authority settings.

Salary Range

$52,592.00 – $92,036.00

Position Status

Non‑exempt to FLSA overtime. Additional job functions may be assigned as needed.

Benefits

Hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. Telework policies are managed at the discretion of the department.

NC State Health Benefits: Employees may participate in health insurance options, retirement plans, and the NC Flex program. Paid vacation, sick leave, community service leave, and paid parental leave are also available.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business administration with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or an associate degree in accounting; or an associate degree in business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state offers reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, and religious beliefs.

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