Accounting Clerk II

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - Community Supervision

Job Classification Title

Accounting Clerk II (S)

Position Number

60074535

Grade

NC03

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

The primary purpose of this position is to support the financial and administrative operations of Community Supervision by processing, recording, and managing a wide range of accounting and procurement activities.

This role provides fiscal and operational support for statewide field operations and multiple Community Supervision program areas, including electronic and satellite-based monitoring programs, the Emergency Response Team, Administration, Interstate Compact, DART, and the Post Release Supervision Office.

Key responsibilities include general accounting, accounts payable and receivable, contracts administration, budget reporting, financial statement preparation, fixed asset and equipment tracking, surplus property disposition, and maintenance of statewide contract and lease records.

The position is also responsible for researching and resolving vendor statement discrepancies while ensuring compliance with state financial regulations and internal procedures.

This role manages high-volume invoice processing, purchase requisitions, and usage orders through the NC e-Procurement System and the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS). Duties include monitoring and reconciling purchase orders to ensure accuracy, fund availability, and timely transaction completion.

The position collaborates with vendors and the Department of Administration (DOA) Fiscal Department to investigate and resolve complex financial discrepancies.

Additional responsibilities include compiling, analyzing, and validating confidential financial data for reporting and operational decision-making. The position also provides administrative support coverage as needed and utilizes Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and other financial systems to maintain reporting accuracy, strengthen financial controls, and support effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

This position requires regular in-office presence in Raleigh and may allow for telework up to two days per week, depending upon operational needs.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $31,200.00-$53,812.00

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM the day prior to the stated job closing date.

The following criteria will be used to determine the most qualified candidates. Please be sure your application includes a detailed description of your work history for evaluation purposes. We cannot review resumes or other attachments in lieu of application data.

• Working knowledge of accounting, procurement, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting procedures
• Experience processing invoices, purchase requisitions, and purchase orders using systems such as NCFS or other standardized e-Procurement system while ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws, rules or regulations
• Proven ability to reconcile financial records, research and resolve vendor discrepancies, and maintain contract, lease, and fixed asset documentation
• Experience compiling, analyzing, and validating confidential financial data to support budget reporting, operational decision-making, and financial controls
• Strong organizational and communication skills with experience collaborating with internal staff, vendors, and external agencies while providing professional administrative and fiscal support

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with benefits. **Applicants must pass a background check to be eligible for this job.** 

This is an anticipated vacancy. Position is expected to become available on 5/26/2026.

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.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one years of experience; 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:

Atchemsou Nicole Adjare Sandani

Email:

[email protected]