Accountant
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at
OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834
Position Details
Classification Information
| Position Classification Title |
Accountant III |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Position Class |
AC103 |
Position Overview
| Position Summary |
Reporting to the Director of Student Accounts, this position plays a critical role in the daily financial operations and student account management of the university. This position is responsible for reconciling all daily deposits , and certifying receipts through the North Carolina Financial System (
NCFS). They will ensure that
NCFS and Banner are reconciled, and certified daily for both state and trust funds. Will update the receipt spreadsheet with previous day activity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reconcile daily receipts and certify all deposits (checks, ACH) via NCFS.
- Perform daily reconciliation between NCFS and Banner for state and trust funds.
- Assist with the preparation and submission of annual reporting requirements.
- Manage the bad debt process and oversee student refund processing.
- Submit monthly internal control reports, including key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Monitor and manage the collection process for delinquent student accounts.
- Apply financial and university holds to past-due accounts as necessary.
- Respond to inquiries from students, parents, staff, and external partners regarding account balances, payment options, financial holds, and coordination with financial aid.
- Serve as acting lead in the absence of the Director of Student Accounts.
- Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
- Collaborate with other student-facing departments during weekend sessions and events to support semester preparation activities.
- Assist in the preparation of the university's annual financial statements and accompanying notes.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of financial systems (e.g., Banner, NCFS)
- Experience in account reconciliation, collections, and financial reporting
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and lead when required
- Commitment to providing excellent customer service to students and families
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Position Information
| Position Number |
070042 |
| Working Position Title |
Accountant |
| Building and Room No. |
200 Thompson Center |
| Appointment Type |
Permanent Full-Time |
| If Time Limited. |
No |
| Appointment Length. |
12 |
Requirements and Preferences
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies |
Not Mandatory |
| Normal Work Schedule |
8-5 Monday-Friday with occasionally weekend & evenings during peek times (January/August). |
| Department Required Skills |
Mid-career with Masters and 1-2 years experience; Bachelors and 2-4 years experience |
| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
Bachelor's degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate's degree in accounting; or Associate's degree in business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. |
| Required License or Certification |
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| Valid US Driver's License |
Yes |
| Commercial Driver's License Required |
No |
| Physical Required |
No |
| List any other medical/drug tests required |
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Posting Details
Posting Details
| Internal Posting Only |
No |
| Time Limited Position |
No |
| Appointment Length |
12 months |
| Salary |
Salary commensurate with education and experience |
| Open Date |
07/25/2025 |
| Close Date |
08/01/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at
OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834 |
Supplemental Questions
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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- References List
Optional Documents
- Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
- Unofficial Transcript
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Winston Salem State University
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Jul 25, 2025