Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number
PG194759EP

Internal Recruitment
No

Working Title
Accounting Manager

Anticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with education and experience ($85,000 - $95,000)

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, additional hours may be required during fiscal year-end close-out.

Job Location
Raleigh, NC

Department
College Of Veterinary Medicine

Essential Job Duties

The Accounting Manager provides strategic leadership for the financial and business operations of the College of Veterinary Medicine, ensuring resources are managed effectively in support of the college's academic, research, and clinical missions. Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Finance & Business, this position oversees financial management, business operations, compliance, and internal controls while promoting operational excellence and sound fiscal stewardship across the college.

In this role, you will partner with college leadership, faculty, department administrators, and central university offices to provide financial guidance, strengthen business processes, and ensure compliance with university, state, and federal regulations. Through collaborative leadership and continuous process improvement, you will help the college make informed financial decisions, enhance operational efficiency, and support long-term organizational success.

Key Responsibilities fall within the following core functional areas:

Financial Leadership & Stewardship:

• Lead the college's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and fiscal year-end activities.
• Monitor financial performance across multiple funding sources and provide analysis to support informed decision-making.
• Ensure responsible stewardship of university resources through accurate financial oversight and compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Review and approve financial transactions to ensure accuracy, accountability, and sound fiscal management.

Business Operations & Process Improvement:

• Oversee daily business operations, including procurement, accounts payable and receivable, travel, PCard administration, and related financial services.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve business processes, standard operating procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure accurate reconciliations and maintain the integrity of financial records and reporting.
• Partner with departments to support budget planning and operational effectiveness.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Lead, coach, and develop the business office team while fostering a collaborative, customer-focused culture.
• Serve as a trusted financial advisor to college leadership, faculty, and departmental administrators by translating complex financial information into actionable guidance.
• Build strong partnerships with university offices and stakeholders to support strategic initiatives and achieve organizational goals.
• Promote accountability, continuous improvement, and exceptional service across the college's business functions.

If you are a strategic, collaborative leader who enjoys improving processes, solving complex problems, and building strong partnerships, this could be the opportunity for you. We are seeking someone who leads with integrity, exercises sound judgment, communicates effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, and is committed to supporting the mission of the College of Veterinary Medicine through exceptional financial and business leadership.

Other Responsibilities

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department's operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or Other Discipline related to the area of assignment with 12 Credit Hours of accounting coursework and three years of professional accounting experience, of which at least one is supervisory; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Other Required Qualifications

• Experience managing financial operations, budgeting, and business functions within a complex organization.
• Knowledge of financial management principles, compliance requirements, and the administration of multiple funding sources, including state, receipt, contract and grant, trust, and other institutional funds.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, including pivot tables, lookup functions (XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP), conditional formatting, data validation, and troubleshooting complex spreadsheets.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data, prepare reports, and present recommendations that support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Proven success developing or improving financial and administrative processes, internal controls, or operational efficiencies.
• Leadership experience supervising, coaching, and developing professional staff while fostering accountability and collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing financial and business operations within a higher education, academic health, or similarly complex public-sector environment.
• Proficiency using enterprise financial systems, such as PeopleSoft, and financial reporting tools to manage budgets, reporting, and financial transactions.
• Experience supporting financial management for sponsored projects, research administration, or other restricted funding environments.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives that improve business processes, operational efficiency, or financial reporting.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required
No

Commercial Driver's License required
No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date
07/17/2026

Anticipated Close Date
7/30/2026; if the posting is still active, we are accepting and reviewing applications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for at least three professional references.

Position Details

Position Number
00043272

Position Type
EPS/SAAO

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00

Appointment
12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID
190101 - College Of Veterinary Medicine