The University of North Carolina
Foundations Accountant
The University of North Carolina, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The Controller’s Office, part of the Division of Finance and Administration, is responsible for processing all University disbursements, general ledger accounting, construction accounting, cash management, and fixed assets. The unit is responsible for the disbursement of all University funds (payroll and accounts payable) in accordance with University and state policies and procedures. This unit is also responsible for a myriad of financial reporting to federal and state agencies, including W‑2 information, 941 information, and 1099 information. This unit is actively involved in the implementation of new administrative systems, including problem resolution, training, report writing, and data conversion. The areas within this unit are: Payroll, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Foundation Finance, Cashiers and Student Accounts, and Financial Accounting. The primary purpose of Foundation Finance
To provide a full range of accounting and financial reporting services for the affiliated organizations that support the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. This is critical to UNCG as well as the five affiliated organizations. Accurate financial reporting is required by management to make financial decisions within the organization and the University. Accuracy is also essential for maintaining compliance with Federal and State laws, board decisions, and donor‑imposed restrictions. Position Summary
The Foundation Finance Accountant is responsible for providing accounting, endowment administration, and investment reporting support for the affiliated organizations of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. The affiliated organizations are The UNCG Excellence Foundation, The Weatherspoon Art Museum Council, The Endowment Fund of UNCG, The UNCG Investment Fund, and The Capital Facilities Foundation. The Foundations Accountant provides specialized reporting for foundation and investment activity, including unitized market value ledgers, capital calls, distributions, spending calculations, and related reconciliations. This includes reviewing custodian and investment manager reporting, preparing internal management schedules, and supporting monthly and year‑end financial reporting. The position also assists with the annual audit by preparing audit schedules, reconciliations, and documentation for external auditors, and supports the implementation and ongoing maintenance of Fundriver, the University’s unitized endowment accounting platform. Key Responsibilities
15%
– Lead the Office of Foundation Finance team Monitor all bank account reconciliations and ensure that correcting journal entries are completed the month following the discrepancy. Review general ledgers for Capital Facilities Foundation, Excellence, Endowment, Weatherspoon Art Museum Council, and the UNCG Investment Fund on a monthly basis and perform account analyses, including investment‑related activity. 15%
– Specialized Reporting This includes yearly management reports, budgets, and investment reports; periodic user‑friendly financials, cash availability, and total return analyses, as well as surveys for various outside organizations. Assist financial reporting during the Thirteen Months with blending of the foundations and investment activity into UNCG’s financial statements, including investment footnotes and required schedules. Prepare foundation and investment reports, analysis, and board‑ready materials accurately and timely, ensuring all information is complete, accurate, and available in advance of meetings. Complete required surveys for external entities. 40%
– Complete market ledgers for UNCGIF, Excellence, and Endowment. Calculate and report on spending distributions, administrative fees, capital calls, and related liquidations and disbursements for UNCG and affiliated entities. Review and approve quasi‑transfer requests. Complete and analyze unitized market ledgers to ensure equitable distribution of earnings among participating funds. Must be knowledgeable of donor restrictions, underwater fund considerations, and special circumstances. Market ledgers must be completed within 5 days of receiving custodian data. Accuracy and timely completion are critical. 20%
– Prepare audit schedules and financial statements Prepare audit schedules for all funds and reconcile all balances, including endowment, investment activity, and art inventory. Ensure all balances reconcile to Banner. Prepare and analyze schedules for external auditors, support SOC report validation, and provide explanations necessary to maintain unqualified audit opinions for the affiliated entities. Financial statements and related documentation must be completed accurately and on time. Support the annual RFP process for external audit services. 5%
– Serve as a liaison with Advancement Services, the Weatherspoon Art Museum, banks, custodians, and investment managers Respond timely to requests for information. Interact with development officers, fiscal agents, stockbrokers, staff, and donors to ensure proper handling of gifts, spending, and investment‑related items. 5%
– Review Art Inventory System Monitor EmbARK system to ensure all fixed assets and art inventory are accurately recorded and properly integrated with Banner. Minimum Qualifications
Mid‑career with Master’s and 1–2 yrs experience; or Bachelor’s and 2–4 yrs experience. Preferred Qualifications
Higher Education and/or Non‑profit experience. Recruitment Range
Commensurate with experience Job Information
Org # 56202 – Office of the Controller Job Open Date: 12/19/2025 Open Until Filled: Yes FTE: 1.000 Type of Appointment: Permanent FLSA: Exempt Required Documents
Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Have you completed 12 hours of Accounting coursework?
Yes No
* Do you have a Bachelor's Degree with major in Accounting or Finance?
Yes No
* Do you have experience using BannerFinance?
Yes No
* Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
UNCGjobsearch Website Greensboro News & Record Other Newspaper NCWorks.gov UNC System Job Board Other Online Job Board Personal Networking NCAPPA SRAPPA Raleigh News & Observer HigherEdJobs
* Other: Please list * Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
Yes No
* Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro?
Yes No
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The Controller’s Office, part of the Division of Finance and Administration, is responsible for processing all University disbursements, general ledger accounting, construction accounting, cash management, and fixed assets. The unit is responsible for the disbursement of all University funds (payroll and accounts payable) in accordance with University and state policies and procedures. This unit is also responsible for a myriad of financial reporting to federal and state agencies, including W‑2 information, 941 information, and 1099 information. This unit is actively involved in the implementation of new administrative systems, including problem resolution, training, report writing, and data conversion. The areas within this unit are: Payroll, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Foundation Finance, Cashiers and Student Accounts, and Financial Accounting. The primary purpose of Foundation Finance
To provide a full range of accounting and financial reporting services for the affiliated organizations that support the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. This is critical to UNCG as well as the five affiliated organizations. Accurate financial reporting is required by management to make financial decisions within the organization and the University. Accuracy is also essential for maintaining compliance with Federal and State laws, board decisions, and donor‑imposed restrictions. Position Summary
The Foundation Finance Accountant is responsible for providing accounting, endowment administration, and investment reporting support for the affiliated organizations of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. The affiliated organizations are The UNCG Excellence Foundation, The Weatherspoon Art Museum Council, The Endowment Fund of UNCG, The UNCG Investment Fund, and The Capital Facilities Foundation. The Foundations Accountant provides specialized reporting for foundation and investment activity, including unitized market value ledgers, capital calls, distributions, spending calculations, and related reconciliations. This includes reviewing custodian and investment manager reporting, preparing internal management schedules, and supporting monthly and year‑end financial reporting. The position also assists with the annual audit by preparing audit schedules, reconciliations, and documentation for external auditors, and supports the implementation and ongoing maintenance of Fundriver, the University’s unitized endowment accounting platform. Key Responsibilities
15%
– Lead the Office of Foundation Finance team Monitor all bank account reconciliations and ensure that correcting journal entries are completed the month following the discrepancy. Review general ledgers for Capital Facilities Foundation, Excellence, Endowment, Weatherspoon Art Museum Council, and the UNCG Investment Fund on a monthly basis and perform account analyses, including investment‑related activity. 15%
– Specialized Reporting This includes yearly management reports, budgets, and investment reports; periodic user‑friendly financials, cash availability, and total return analyses, as well as surveys for various outside organizations. Assist financial reporting during the Thirteen Months with blending of the foundations and investment activity into UNCG’s financial statements, including investment footnotes and required schedules. Prepare foundation and investment reports, analysis, and board‑ready materials accurately and timely, ensuring all information is complete, accurate, and available in advance of meetings. Complete required surveys for external entities. 40%
– Complete market ledgers for UNCGIF, Excellence, and Endowment. Calculate and report on spending distributions, administrative fees, capital calls, and related liquidations and disbursements for UNCG and affiliated entities. Review and approve quasi‑transfer requests. Complete and analyze unitized market ledgers to ensure equitable distribution of earnings among participating funds. Must be knowledgeable of donor restrictions, underwater fund considerations, and special circumstances. Market ledgers must be completed within 5 days of receiving custodian data. Accuracy and timely completion are critical. 20%
– Prepare audit schedules and financial statements Prepare audit schedules for all funds and reconcile all balances, including endowment, investment activity, and art inventory. Ensure all balances reconcile to Banner. Prepare and analyze schedules for external auditors, support SOC report validation, and provide explanations necessary to maintain unqualified audit opinions for the affiliated entities. Financial statements and related documentation must be completed accurately and on time. Support the annual RFP process for external audit services. 5%
– Serve as a liaison with Advancement Services, the Weatherspoon Art Museum, banks, custodians, and investment managers Respond timely to requests for information. Interact with development officers, fiscal agents, stockbrokers, staff, and donors to ensure proper handling of gifts, spending, and investment‑related items. 5%
– Review Art Inventory System Monitor EmbARK system to ensure all fixed assets and art inventory are accurately recorded and properly integrated with Banner. Minimum Qualifications
Mid‑career with Master’s and 1–2 yrs experience; or Bachelor’s and 2–4 yrs experience. Preferred Qualifications
Higher Education and/or Non‑profit experience. Recruitment Range
Commensurate with experience Job Information
Org # 56202 – Office of the Controller Job Open Date: 12/19/2025 Open Until Filled: Yes FTE: 1.000 Type of Appointment: Permanent FLSA: Exempt Required Documents
Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Have you completed 12 hours of Accounting coursework?
Yes No
* Do you have a Bachelor's Degree with major in Accounting or Finance?
Yes No
* Do you have experience using BannerFinance?
Yes No
* Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
UNCGjobsearch Website Greensboro News & Record Other Newspaper NCWorks.gov UNC System Job Board Other Online Job Board Personal Networking NCAPPA SRAPPA Raleigh News & Observer HigherEdJobs
* Other: Please list * Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
Yes No
* Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro?
Yes No
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