Accounting Clerk I - Wilkes Correctional Center at N.C.… · Wilkes…

Summary: The N.C. Department of Adult Correction is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through various operations. They are seeking an Accounting Clerk I to maintain financial accounting records, focusing on purchasing and accounts payable, while ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedures. Responsibilities: - Maintain and monitor financial accounting records related to purchasing and payables - Process requisitions, warehouse purchases, and contract vendor transactions in compliance with established procedures - Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all financial data and reporting - Perform Trust Fund accounting and maintain associated records and files - Prepare and submit required weekly and monthly Accounting and Trust Fund reports within strict deadlines - Maintain procurement, payables, and Trust Fund files, logs, and documentation - Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and ensure accuracy - Interpret and apply departmental policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines - Ensure uniform accounting procedures are consistently followed Required Qualifications: - High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience - Documented Knowledge of General Accounting Practices - Applicants must pass a background check to be eligible for this job Required Skills: General Accounting Practices Important Skills: Financial Data Analysis, Accounts Payable, Trust Fund Accounting Benefits: State Benefits