Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Salary

$65,120.00 Annually

Location

Kimbrell Campus, 7220 Wilkinson Boulevard, Belmont, NC

Job Type

Full-Time Regular Staff

Job Number

2022-00743

Division

Finance and Operations

Department

Accounting Services

Opening Date

07/22/2026

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SUMMARY

Open until filled-

The Senior Accountant provides performance of the financial functions of the Textile Technology Center (TTC) and Kimbrell Fiber Innovation Center (KFIC).

This role ensures sound financial management, financial compliance, across a portfolio that includes federal grants, industry-sponsored projects, and testing services. The Senior Accountant serves as the primary liaison to Vice-President of Fiber Innovation and Facility Development and the Executive Director of Textile Technology Center.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management

• Perform accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, billing, with the assistance of administrative staff.
• Assist with the development of, monitor, and manage operating, project, and grant budgets.
• Provide financial reporting and analysis.
• Ensure accurate accounting, reconciliations, and audit-ready records.

Customer Billing & Revenue

• Oversee customer accounts, invoicing, collections, and revenue tracking.
• Oversee customer set-up and registration into customer systems where applicable.
• Support pricing, cost estimation, and fee-for-service operations.
• Assist with collections of outstanding bills.

Grants & Compliance

• Ensure financial compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) and sponsor requirements.
• Support proposal budgeting, reporting, and audit activities.

Procurement & Contracts

• Work with the College Procurement staff to perform purchasing, vendor management within the financial system, and facilitate contract administration.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal contract and procurement regulations.

Stakeholder Support

• Collaborate with leadership, faculty, industry partners, and customers.
• Work collaboratively and closely with administrative assistants to complete financial and operational tasks.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Five years of experience in financial management, business operations, or grants administration.
• Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and billing processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Experience in higher education, research, or federally funded programs.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks
• Knowledge of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
• Experience with Department of Defense, NSF, or similar programs.
• Professional certifications (CPA, CGFM, PMP).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Generally, works in a traditional climate-controlled office environment and requires the ability to sit for extended periods.
• Some walking, standing, and bending, with the ability to lift and maneuver items weighing up to 25 pounds required.
• Work environment can be stressful at times in dealing with a wide variety of challenges and deadlines.
• In addition to regular office hours, position sometimes requires hours beyond the normal workday.

Gaston College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our regular employees.

• State Health Plan
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional Supplemental Insurances
• NC State Retirement Plan
• Supplemental Retirement Plans
• Disability Benefits, Long- and Short-Term
• Longevity Pay
• State Employees Credit Union Eligibility
• Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Child/Student Involvement, Education, and Voluntary Shared)
• Paid Holidays
• Educational Advancement Compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount Program
• Benefits Overview Booklet

Please note: Temporary (part-time) employees do not earn benefits.

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Have you reviewed the job posting, including the salary, for this position?

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Do you have at least a Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field from an accredited college? (Required)

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least five years of experience in financial management, business operations, or grants administration and experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and billing processes? (Required)

• Yes
• No

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Have you reviewed the Physical Requirements for this position and are you able to perform them?

• Yes
• No

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In addition to regular office hours, are you able to sometimes work overtime and/or evening hours as required by the position?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Gaston College

Address 201 Highway 321 South

Dallas, North Carolina, 28034

Phone 704-922-2234

Website http://www.gaston.edu