Wilson Community College
Salary:
$46,058.00 - $65,265.00 Annually Location :
Wilson, NC Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
2025-31 Division:
Finance and Administrative Services Department:
Business Office Opening Date:
08/27/2025
Job Summary Under the direction of the Controller, performs responsible specialized accounting tasks in the accounting financial management functions for the College and assists in the supervision of the business office. Support the Business Office in the day-to-day operations, which include, but not limited to, maintaining financial records, reconciling general ledger accounts, preparing journal entries and various reports, overseeing the EAGLE program, and assisting with the preparation of financial statements. The successful candidate must possess exceptional organizational and time management skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong attention to detail.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reconcile monthly bank statements for the College and monitors daily cash balances in the state disbursing account and county and institutional bank accounts. Manage the collection process for insufficient checks and credit card chargebacks. Prepare affidavit and stop payments for lost, stolen and/or destroyed checks. Perform POSPAY process for all state, county and institutional checks. Perform an audit of Accounts Receivable, Bookstore, Cosmetology daily reports. Ensures internal control procedures are in place and provide oversite to the college's internal control program (EAGLE). Coordinate and schedule annual College-wide risk assessments and review internal control activities for the EAGLE program. Organize and coordinate a team to assist in administering the EAGLE program Prepares check requests as needed and authorized by the Controller and/or Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services/CFO Prepare and/or record to the system journal entries and budget entries as needed and authorized by the Controller and/or Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services/CFO. Prepares financial summaries for Wilson Community College Board of Trustees' Finance Committee and Board of Trustees. Assist the Controller with the preparation of financial reports including, but not limited to, monthly reports, quarterly reports, fiscal year-end reports, and calendar year-end reports. Assist with the preparation and submission of various reports and other information to the North Carolina Community College System, Department of Education, auditor and other federal, state and local agencies. Assist departmental personnel with budget/accounting questions, proper expenditure coding, document processing and other accounting related activities. Assist with maintaining the general accounting system for the College in accordance with NC Community College System accounting procedures Ensures compliance with accounting rules and regulating bodies. Act in all delegated capacities in the Controller's absence. Assists auditors during audit visits. Serves on institutional committees as appointed. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge of
Finance, accounting, budgeting, and working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
Automated financial and accounting reporting systems.
Principles and practices of PC's and related software, especially Excel. Ability to
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Learn educational based financial software systems and other computer software programs.
Perform a variety of specialized accounting functions such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and others.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, students, administrators, other governmental officials, and employees.
Work a flexible schedule.
College-wide Expectations WCC places a high value on creating an engaged, collaborative campus environment; therefore, employees are required to complete their work hours in person on WCC's campus. By working on campus and in person, employees have greater opportunities to engage with students and co-workers, attend on-site meetings and presentations, recruit students, and support local business and industry partners.
Education and Experience Required
Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field At least two years of experience in accounting or related field Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field Working knowledge of the principles and theories of fund accounting Experience in a community college setting Experience with financial software Datatel (Colleague)
Unofficial transcripts must be included with your online application before submission or sent directly to Human Resources immediately after applying. Failure to provide transcripts may result in your application not being fully considered.
Wilson Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer . In accordance with the ADA, if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please notify the Human Resources Office.
Why Join Wilson Community College?
At Wilson Community College, we believe in the power of community, education, and excellence. You'll work in a supportive, mission-driven environment that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive compensation, state benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. LONGEVITY Longevity is a yearly lump-sum payment you receive after working 10 years: Years of Service Longevity Rate Less than 10 0% of Salary 10 but less than 15 1.5% of Salary 15 but less than 20 2.25% of Salary 20 but less than 25 3.25% of Salary 25 or More 4.5% of Salary
ANNUAL LEAVE Years of Service Hours Earned Mo Less than 5 9.33 Hours 5 but less than 10 11.33 Hours 10 but less than 15 13.33 Hours 15 but less than 20 15.33 Hours 20 or more years 17.33 Hours
You can carry up to 240 hours over every year. The rollover occurs in June of each year.
SICK LEAVE You earn 12 days per year (8 hours per month). This leave can accumulate indefinitely. When you retire, available sick hours will convert to creditable service with the Retirement System.
HOLIDAYS New Years M.L. King, Jr. Day Good Friday Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Veteran's Day (may be taken at Winter Break) Thanksgiving (2 days) Winter Break
The sum of all paid holidays will not exceed 12 days. Employees may be required to take paid leave or leave without pay for days other than the 12 specified holidays.
HEALTH INSURANCE You may join the State Health Plan. There is an employee contribution to the State Health Plan; however, the State pays a portion of the monthly premium as well. Dependents may also be covered. You may elect 70/30 coverage or 80/20 coverage. Upon retirement, coverage may continue; however, it depends on the conditions under which you retire. It should be noted that insurance premiums are expensive, and rates/coverage may change annually. Open enrollment allows for changes to be made to your health coverage, and it is usually conducted in October each year.
RETIREMENT Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System (TSERS)
Six percent of your gross salary as pre-taxed dollars goes into your retirement account monthly. A death benefit of one time's your annual salary (minimum $25,000 and maximum $50,000) is provided to you once you have been in the system for one year. Once you have completed five years in the system, you are considered to be vested.
Unreduced Retirement Benefits are available as follow: Age 65 with 5 years of service Age 60 with 25 years of service Any age with 30 years of service
Disability Income Plan: Is provided through TSERS. The plan provides short-term benefits after one year in the system. After a sixty-day waiting period, the plan pays 50% of your salary and longevity up to $3,000 per month for one year. It also provides long-term benefits after you are vested (5 years in the system). The plans pays 65% of your salary and longevity, up to $3900 per month until the disability ends. Long-term benefits include health coverage and the death benefit. Payments will be reduced if you are receiving social security disability benefits or workers compensation benefits.
WORKERS COMPENSATION Upon an accidental injury on the job, you will be covered by Workers Compensation. You should notify your supervisor and Human Resources immediately when an accident or injury on the job occurs.
OPTIONAL BENEFITS 401(K), 457 529 College Tuition Plan NC Flex Benefits Colonial Life
FREE TUITON Full-time college employees may enroll in one curriculum or continuing education course per semester at the College without tuition or registration fee charges.
PERSONAL OBSERVANCE DAY Eligible employees may receive 8 hours of paid leave on a single day of personal significance each calendar year. May include days of cultural and/or religious importance, but it is not limited to those. It may be any day that is significant to the eligible employee.
FOUNDATION YMCA OF WILSON Full-time Wilson Community College employees are eligible for a corporate discount with the Foundation YMCA of Wilson.
$46,058.00 - $65,265.00 Annually Location :
Wilson, NC Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
2025-31 Division:
Finance and Administrative Services Department:
Business Office Opening Date:
08/27/2025
Job Summary Under the direction of the Controller, performs responsible specialized accounting tasks in the accounting financial management functions for the College and assists in the supervision of the business office. Support the Business Office in the day-to-day operations, which include, but not limited to, maintaining financial records, reconciling general ledger accounts, preparing journal entries and various reports, overseeing the EAGLE program, and assisting with the preparation of financial statements. The successful candidate must possess exceptional organizational and time management skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong attention to detail.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reconcile monthly bank statements for the College and monitors daily cash balances in the state disbursing account and county and institutional bank accounts. Manage the collection process for insufficient checks and credit card chargebacks. Prepare affidavit and stop payments for lost, stolen and/or destroyed checks. Perform POSPAY process for all state, county and institutional checks. Perform an audit of Accounts Receivable, Bookstore, Cosmetology daily reports. Ensures internal control procedures are in place and provide oversite to the college's internal control program (EAGLE). Coordinate and schedule annual College-wide risk assessments and review internal control activities for the EAGLE program. Organize and coordinate a team to assist in administering the EAGLE program Prepares check requests as needed and authorized by the Controller and/or Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services/CFO Prepare and/or record to the system journal entries and budget entries as needed and authorized by the Controller and/or Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services/CFO. Prepares financial summaries for Wilson Community College Board of Trustees' Finance Committee and Board of Trustees. Assist the Controller with the preparation of financial reports including, but not limited to, monthly reports, quarterly reports, fiscal year-end reports, and calendar year-end reports. Assist with the preparation and submission of various reports and other information to the North Carolina Community College System, Department of Education, auditor and other federal, state and local agencies. Assist departmental personnel with budget/accounting questions, proper expenditure coding, document processing and other accounting related activities. Assist with maintaining the general accounting system for the College in accordance with NC Community College System accounting procedures Ensures compliance with accounting rules and regulating bodies. Act in all delegated capacities in the Controller's absence. Assists auditors during audit visits. Serves on institutional committees as appointed. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge of
Finance, accounting, budgeting, and working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
Automated financial and accounting reporting systems.
Principles and practices of PC's and related software, especially Excel. Ability to
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Learn educational based financial software systems and other computer software programs.
Perform a variety of specialized accounting functions such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and others.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, students, administrators, other governmental officials, and employees.
Work a flexible schedule.
College-wide Expectations WCC places a high value on creating an engaged, collaborative campus environment; therefore, employees are required to complete their work hours in person on WCC's campus. By working on campus and in person, employees have greater opportunities to engage with students and co-workers, attend on-site meetings and presentations, recruit students, and support local business and industry partners.
Education and Experience Required
Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field At least two years of experience in accounting or related field Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field Working knowledge of the principles and theories of fund accounting Experience in a community college setting Experience with financial software Datatel (Colleague)
Unofficial transcripts must be included with your online application before submission or sent directly to Human Resources immediately after applying. Failure to provide transcripts may result in your application not being fully considered.
Wilson Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer . In accordance with the ADA, if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please notify the Human Resources Office.
Why Join Wilson Community College?
At Wilson Community College, we believe in the power of community, education, and excellence. You'll work in a supportive, mission-driven environment that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive compensation, state benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. LONGEVITY Longevity is a yearly lump-sum payment you receive after working 10 years: Years of Service Longevity Rate Less than 10 0% of Salary 10 but less than 15 1.5% of Salary 15 but less than 20 2.25% of Salary 20 but less than 25 3.25% of Salary 25 or More 4.5% of Salary
ANNUAL LEAVE Years of Service Hours Earned Mo Less than 5 9.33 Hours 5 but less than 10 11.33 Hours 10 but less than 15 13.33 Hours 15 but less than 20 15.33 Hours 20 or more years 17.33 Hours
You can carry up to 240 hours over every year. The rollover occurs in June of each year.
SICK LEAVE You earn 12 days per year (8 hours per month). This leave can accumulate indefinitely. When you retire, available sick hours will convert to creditable service with the Retirement System.
HOLIDAYS New Years M.L. King, Jr. Day Good Friday Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Veteran's Day (may be taken at Winter Break) Thanksgiving (2 days) Winter Break
The sum of all paid holidays will not exceed 12 days. Employees may be required to take paid leave or leave without pay for days other than the 12 specified holidays.
HEALTH INSURANCE You may join the State Health Plan. There is an employee contribution to the State Health Plan; however, the State pays a portion of the monthly premium as well. Dependents may also be covered. You may elect 70/30 coverage or 80/20 coverage. Upon retirement, coverage may continue; however, it depends on the conditions under which you retire. It should be noted that insurance premiums are expensive, and rates/coverage may change annually. Open enrollment allows for changes to be made to your health coverage, and it is usually conducted in October each year.
RETIREMENT Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System (TSERS)
Six percent of your gross salary as pre-taxed dollars goes into your retirement account monthly. A death benefit of one time's your annual salary (minimum $25,000 and maximum $50,000) is provided to you once you have been in the system for one year. Once you have completed five years in the system, you are considered to be vested.
Unreduced Retirement Benefits are available as follow: Age 65 with 5 years of service Age 60 with 25 years of service Any age with 30 years of service
Disability Income Plan: Is provided through TSERS. The plan provides short-term benefits after one year in the system. After a sixty-day waiting period, the plan pays 50% of your salary and longevity up to $3,000 per month for one year. It also provides long-term benefits after you are vested (5 years in the system). The plans pays 65% of your salary and longevity, up to $3900 per month until the disability ends. Long-term benefits include health coverage and the death benefit. Payments will be reduced if you are receiving social security disability benefits or workers compensation benefits.
WORKERS COMPENSATION Upon an accidental injury on the job, you will be covered by Workers Compensation. You should notify your supervisor and Human Resources immediately when an accident or injury on the job occurs.
OPTIONAL BENEFITS 401(K), 457 529 College Tuition Plan NC Flex Benefits Colonial Life
FREE TUITON Full-time college employees may enroll in one curriculum or continuing education course per semester at the College without tuition or registration fee charges.
PERSONAL OBSERVANCE DAY Eligible employees may receive 8 hours of paid leave on a single day of personal significance each calendar year. May include days of cultural and/or religious importance, but it is not limited to those. It may be any day that is significant to the eligible employee.
FOUNDATION YMCA OF WILSON Full-time Wilson Community College employees are eligible for a corporate discount with the Foundation YMCA of Wilson.