Accounting Clerk I

State of North Carolina • Smithfield, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Johnston CI in Smithfield, NC provides para-professional accounting and fiscal support services for a correctional facility, regional office, or central administrative office. The Accounting Clerk is responsible for maintaining financial records, processing fiscal transactions, and ensuring compliance with State of North Carolina accounting policies, Office of the State Controller regulations, and NCDAC fiscal procedures. This position requires accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to work within a secure criminal justice environment.

Requirements

• High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in accounting, bookkeeping, fiscal recordkeeping, or related clerical work
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping practices
• Ability to interpret and apply State fiscal policies and procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets, formulas, data tracking), Word, and accounting systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Responsibilities

• maintaining financial records
• processing fiscal transactions
• ensuring compliance with State of North Carolina accounting policies
• ensuring compliance with Office of the State Controller regulations
• ensuring compliance with NCDAC fiscal procedures
• performing routine bookkeeping and accounting support duties
• assisting with reconciliations

Benefits

• State Benefits
• variety of leave options
• professional development opportunities
• insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED