Posting Details Posting Details ​Benefits of Working at UNCW Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach. Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session. As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service. We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy,and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge. Recruitment Range $49,200 - $55,560 Vacancy Number S02657 Position Title Accounting Tech/Specialist Working Title Lead Accounts Payable Specialist Competency Level Advanced Home Department Controller - 35100 Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The Finance team within the Division of Business Affairs supports the University's mission, strategic vision, goals, and objectives by providing key financial services efficiently and effectively. The Finance team provides financial services directly to students and the campus community. The Accounts Payable unit within the Controller's Office is responsible for the timely and accurate payments of university obligations, collection of applicable tax information, and support and maintenance of the AP module within Banner Finance (Oracle ERP system). Accounts Payable is also responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Chart of Accounts and general ledger; management reporting of trend analysis and metrics; compliance Federal and State regulations; policies and guidelines; training programs for campus and a high level of customer service. College Finance - 35150 College College/School Information University Information The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives. A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering. The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "

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High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969. Location of Workplace Main UNCW Campus Brief Summary of Work for this Position The Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist position is responsible for: Timely and accurate review and processing of vendor invoices that include Capital Improvements, Special Projects and Construction invoices and other vendors as assigned. Timely and accurate review and reconciliation of vendor statements and outstanding checks. Research and resolution of invoice discrepancies. Assisting the AP Manager with year-end and audit preparations. Running weekly invoice reports for the AP Specialist. Assisting AP Manager with Check Run Preparations. Managing and working the AP Inbox. Mentor a team of accounts payable specialists, providing guidance and support as needed. All onboarding training of new AP Specialist. Being the liaison between the AP Specialist and the AP Manager. Integrity of the University ledger as it applies to Disbursements transactions Compliance with University, State and Federal regulations, policies, and procedures. Proper application of specialized accounting knowledge, Collaborate with university employees at all levels as well as outside agencies and organizations (local, state and federal) ensuring smooth and efficient financial operations. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in account work; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Preferred education, professional skills and experience 5-7 years of Disbursements, Accounts Payable or general ledger experience. Strong knowledge of business, financial and general administrative processes in a business setting. Experience with Banner Finance or similar ERP or Oracle application. Experience with Jaggaer or another E-procurement system. Experience in higher education or state agency disbursement processes. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Excellent customer service skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate at all organizational levels. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of products. Required Certifications or licensure N/A FTE 1.0 (40 hours per week) Months Per Year 12 Months Work Days Monday - Friday Work Hours 8:00am - 5:00pm Type of Position Permanent Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Position Number 57 Job Posting Date 04/16/2025 Posting Close Date 04/27/2025 Number of Openings Single Incumbent Special Notes to Applicants

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This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the 'Work History' section before you for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered. This position is being recruited at the Advanced level. If no applicants who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. EEO Statement At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset. Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. External Link to Posting jobs.uncw/postings/35935 Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents