Senior Accountant
Salary
$65,120.00 Annually
Location
Kimbrell Campus, 7220 Wilkinson Boulevard, Belmont, NC
Job Type
Full-Time Regular Staff
Job Number
2022-00743
Division
Finance and Operations
Department
Accounting Services
Opening Date
07/22/2026
SUMMARY
Open until filled-
The Senior Accountant provides performance of the financial functions of the
Textile Technology Center (TTC) and Kimbrell Fiber Innovation Center
(KFIC).
This role ensures sound financial management, financial compliance, across a
portfolio that includes federal grants, industry-sponsored projects, and
testing services. The Senior Accountant serves as the primary liaison to Vice-
President of Fiber Innovation and Facility Development and the Executive
Director of Textile Technology Center.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Management
Perform accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, billing, with the assistance of administrative staff.
Assist with the development of, monitor, and manage operating, project, and grant budgets.
Provide financial reporting and analysis.
Ensure accurate accounting, reconciliations, and audit-ready records.
Customer Billing & Revenue
Oversee customer accounts, invoicing, collections, and revenue tracking.
Oversee customer set-up and registration into customer systems where applicable.
Support pricing, cost estimation, and fee-for-service operations.
Assist with collections of outstanding bills.
Grants & Compliance
Ensure financial compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) and sponsor requirements.
Support proposal budgeting, reporting, and audit activities.
Procurement & Contracts
Work with the College Procurement staff to perform purchasing, vendor management within the financial system, and facilitate contract administration.
Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal contract and procurement regulations.
Stakeholder Support
Collaborate with leadership, faculty, industry partners, and customers.
Work collaboratively and closely with administrative assistants to complete financial and operational tasks.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
Five years of experience in financial management, business operations, or
grants administration.
Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and billing processes.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in a related field.
Experience in higher education, research, or federally funded programs.
Knowledge of QuickBooks
Knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
Experience with Department of Defense, NSF, or similar programs.
Professional certifications (CPA, CGFM, PMP).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Generally, works in a traditional climate-controlled office environment
and requires the ability to sit for extended periods.
Some walking, standing, and bending, with the ability to lift and maneuver
items weighing up to 25 pounds required.
Work environment can be stressful at times in dealing with a wide variety
of challenges and deadlines.
In addition to regular office hours, position sometimes requires hours
beyond the normal workday.
Gaston College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits
program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are
responsive to the needs of our regular employees.
State Health Plan
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Additional Supplemental Insurances
NC State Retirement Plan
Supplemental Retirement Plans
Disability Benefits, Long- and Short-Term
Longevity Pay
State Employees' Credit Union Eligibility
Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Child/Student
Involvement, Education, and Voluntary Shared)
Paid Holidays
Educational Advancement Compensation
Tuition Assistance
Employee Discount Program
Benefits Overview Booklet
Please note: Temporary (part-time) employees do not earn benefits.
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Have you reviewed the job posting, including the salary, for this position?
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Do you have at least a Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or
related field from an accredited college? (Required)
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No
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Do you have at least five years of experience in financial management,
business operations, or grants administration and experience with budgeting,
financial reporting, and billing processes? (Required)
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No
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Have you reviewed the Physical Requirements for this position and are you able
to perform them?
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In addition to regular office hours, are you able to sometimes work overtime
and/or evening hours as required by the position?
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Required Question
Employer
Gaston College
Address
201 Highway 321 South
Dallas, North Carolina, 28034
Phone
704-922-2234
Website
https:// www. gaston.edu
