Senior Research Accountant

Senior Research Accountant

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194917EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Senior Research Accountant
Anticipated Hiring Range	$74,502 - $76,737
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, Flexible work arrangements may be available, including virtual/hybrid work locations.
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	COS - Research
About the Department	The College of Sciences (COS) brings together the mathematical, physical, and biological sciences in a research-intensive environment that simultaneously values excellence in teaching and strong community engagement. The COS Research Office is the nucleus of research administration and support, providing a full suite of pre- and post-award services to enhance the research, teaching, administrative, and outreach functions of the College. Key office responsibilities include proposal development and submission, portfolio management, effort reporting, and responding to departmental and faculty post-award and other research administration needs. While working in this unit, you will be expected to foster a supportive and welcoming environment. NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Propositionand learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	As a Senior Research Accountant II in the Sciences Research Office, you will provide essential accounting and budgeting services to Principal Investigators (PIs), research associates, departmental staff, and graduate students. This role involves working independently to solve complex problems related to budgeting, purchasing, travel, and overall contract and grants management. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Serve as a liaison between PIs, department administrators, COS Office of Research, and Contract and Grant Accounting by attending new project award meetings and project status meetings as needed. Audit and approve small purchase vouchers, interdepartmental transfers, travel reimbursements, HR actions, requisitions, purchase orders, and cost transfers. Perform regular review and audits for compliance and financial management on departmental expenditures, contract terms and agency requirements for assigned contracts and grants. Daily budget expenditures review, compiling summaries of activities and providing recommendations for budget allocations and adjustments Monthly analysis to determine post-award actions needed Quarterly reconciliation of grant accounts and provide summary to PI’s for re-budgeting purposes. Conduct quality control (QC) reviews of departmental accounting technicians’ work. Interpret and apply Cost Accounting Standards, University Policies, and Agency General and Specific Terms and Conditions. Stay current on Federal regulations, policies, guidelines, and agency-specific terms and conditions. Use internal software such as RADAR, WolfPack Reports, and PMR systems to review and adjust budgets. Join us to make a significant impact on our research projects and support the advancement of scientific knowledge!
Other Responsibilities	Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate’s degree in Accounting; or Associate’s degree in Business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Other Required Qualifications	Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or working towards certification Knowledge of the Financial System, and related accounting systems on campus Knowledge of departmental, University, State, and Federal accounting policies and procedures (including Cost Accounting Standards) Ability to perform necessary mathematical calculations. Good communication skills and a courteous and professional demeanor are expected and required for all forms of communication media (telephone, email, and personal contact) Previous financial management experience and the ability to effectively manage budget and related financial matters Experience Managing and reconciling grant accounts Previous working experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Preferred Qualifications	Working knowledge of departmental and University accounting policies and procedures
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	10/02/2026
Anticipated Close Date	10/15/2026; if 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. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Details

Position Number	00103356
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	170501 - COS - Research
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected]. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University 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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?
   • NCSU Website
   • NCSU Executive Search Services
   • Monster.com
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Other Online Job Board
   • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
   • Job / Career Fair
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • HERC
   • Professional Journal
   • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
   • Professional Organization
   • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
   • NCSU Employee Referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
   • Other
2. If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Accountant position.
   • Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Accounting or related field with at least 12 semester hours of accounting
   • Associate's degree in Accounting
   • Associate's degree in business or related field with 12 semester hours of accounting
   • Combination of post high school education and/or experience in the field of accounting to equal at least 2 years
   • Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and experience in the field of accounting to equal 6 years (ex. 1 year of high school and 5 years experience)
   • None of the above
4. * Please explain your experience with research administration.

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * Please briefly describe your experience working with Sponsored Projects.

   (Open Ended Question)

6. * Are you currently a Certified Research Administrator (CRA)?
   • Yes
   • No

Application Materials Required

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents