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    Eastern NC School for the Deaf

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    Business Officer II

    1311 U.S. Highway 301s Wilson, United StatesFull-timePosted 4d ago
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    Job description

    Agency

    Eastern NC School for the Deaf

    Division

    Eastern NC School for the Deaf

    Job Classification Title

    Business Officer II (NS)

    Position Number

    60039258

    Grade

    NC17

    About Us

    North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

    Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

    Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

    Description of Work

    ENCSD is seeking a Business Officer II to support the school's financial and operational management functions. This position works in the school’s business office and assists with budget administration, fiscal management, accounting, financial reporting, grants administration, compliance, and critical business operations. ENCSD is a newly-established state agency requiring additional business management support to meet expanded operational responsibilities. The Business Officer II will work collaboratively with the Business Manager, school leadership, state agencies, auditors and staff to ensure sound financial stewardship and compliance with federal and state laws, policies, and regulations.

    Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

    Responsibilities include but not limited to:

    Assist with the development, administration, and monitoring of school budgets and financial plans.   

    • Oversee accounting functions, including budget management, expenditures, reconciliations and financial reporting.  
    • Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.    
    • Reconcile approved personnel actions and salary control transactions.  
    • Manage the approval of contracts, service agreements, and business-related documentation. 
    • Support audits, grant monitoring reviews, and compliance reporting requirements. 
    • Monitor and improve internal controls and business processes. 
    • Assist with grant budgeting, reimbursement requests, and funding compliance. 
    • Collaborate with school leadership, internal department heads and state agencies on fiscal and operational matters. 

    Candidates should possess the following:

    • Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting principles and financial management practices.
    • Ability to analyze financial data and prepare accurate reports.
    • Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, vendors, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

    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.

    Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or other discipline related to the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of progressive related experience, two years of which should be in a supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Preferred qualifications

    ASL experience highly preferred but not required (once selected, candidate will attend ASL classed offered by the agency)

    Experience working in North Carolina State Government or public education

    Experience working in the North Carolina Financial System, FIORI and Integrated Budget Information System (IBIS)

    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:

    Simone Nichelle Leigh

    Recruiter Email:

    [email protected]

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    Eastern NC School for the Deaf

    Eastern NC School for the Deaf is a public school that provides educational services to deaf and hard-of-hearing students in eastern North Carolina.

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