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Appalachian State lists this Accounting Technician opportunity in boone, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Working Title
Accounting Technician
Location
Boone, NC
Position Number
N50585/N50595/N50564
Department
Office of Rural Promise -
Position Summary Information
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from High School and one year of experience in accounting work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License/Certification Required
n/a
Essential Job Functions
Apply considerable knowledge of government accounting methods, program laws and regulations, procedures, and accounting practices needed to perform the work. Apply the knowledge in a variety of technology, financial systems and packages to create and maintain data. Develop formulas for moderately complex spreadsheets. Maintain ongoing communication with partners to include county financial officers with an understanding of school district policies and procedures. Quarterly site visits with county finance and administrative teams to monitor compliance and provide other training as needed. Understanding of the federal regulations governing GEAR UP and other federal grants including but not limited to EDGAR, Code of Federal Regulations (Uniform Guidance), program statutes, and program regulations. Attention to detail, organization, setting and meeting deadlines, and always remaining audit-ready are required. Effective collaboration skills are essential to working with the team, within administration, with the office of Special Funds Accounting, as well as with program coordinators on campus. Position requires effective analyzing, examining, tracking, inquiring, and ensuring deadlines are met for match and reimbursement packets, which are submitted on a monthly basis from 11 different counties across western North Carolina. Critical thinking skills are necessary to provide regular recommendations for improved efficiencies in processes and procedures. An operational mindset is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Prefer individual to have experience with travel procedures, purchasing procedures, Grants Management, and aspects of University funding.
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution is preferred.
Work Schedule/Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Number of Hours Per Week
40
Number of Months Per Year
12
Mandatory Staff
No
Physical Demands of Position
Normal office environment
Hiring Range
$20-$22 per hour
Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date
08/26/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Applicant Pool Preference
External (Post on the Web)
Special Instructions to Applicants
The Office of Rural Promise plans to fill two positions for temporary Accounting Technicians for the Appalachian State University GEAR UP and EIR grants.
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VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S
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Worksite address
boone, NC, 28607, US
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