Nc Bookkeeper Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $45,979.02 - $73,566.43 Annually
Location : 1225 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202602960
Department: Social Services
Division: Business Operations
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: 6/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Salary Grade: 107
Position Overview
Position(s) located in the Finance Section, Business Operations Division.
Examples of Duties
The primary purpose of this position is to work interchangeably with other Accounting Technician II positions, to request and analyze reimbursement of appropriate expenses from various sources using appropriate supporting documentation and to manage contracts and grants. This position will assist Accounting Technician I positions as needed to process all invoices related to the various program areas and operating expenses of the agency, two group homes, and the Care Center Shelter for victims of domestic violence and to receipt funds and write internal checks from any of the four internally maintained bank accounts (General Assistance, Public Assistance Refunds, Special Funds, Payee).This position will perform other duties as assigned to include duties related to emergency and/or disaster situations as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Graduation from a high school including or supplemented by basic courses in bookkeeping or accounting and three years experience in bookkeeping or accounting clerical work in an accounting office; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Completion of a one or two year business course in an accredited community college or business school including or supplemented by basic courses in bookkeeping or accounting may be substituted for two and three years of the required experience respectively.)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: General knowledge of the application of established bookkeeping and accounting principles and techniques to standard accounting transactions. General knowledge of established governmental and departmental budgeting and bookkeeping practices and procedures. General knowledge of office methods and procedures. Ability to plan, organize, and review the work of subordinate clerical personnel. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with the public and other government employees. Ability to present information clearly and concisely in oral and written form. Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies to the maintenance of financial records.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:The selected applicant will be subject to the following conditions prior to appointment. Failure to complete or fulfill these conditions may result in dismissal.
The employee in this position will be operating motor vehicles for Cumberland County and shall have a valid North Carolina Driver's License.
Each applicant who is tendered an offer for employment for any position with Cumberland County shall be tested for the use of drugs specified in the County policy. Refusal to submit to testing or a confirmed positive test shall be a basis for withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.
Law enforcement background check is required.
This position will be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
The Cumberland County Department of Social Services has a dress code policy that must be adhered to. This policy includes specific guidelines related tattoos and body piercing.
Educational transcripts may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Department of Social Services, P.O. Box 2429, Fayetteville, NC 28302. Prior to employment start date, an official transcript must be presented in its original unopened envelope.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log into your account and click "Application Status."
If there are specific questions regarding this posting, you may contact DSS Human Resources at 910-677-2739.
MISSION
The Cumberland County Department of Social Services stands united to strengthen individuals and families and to protect children and vulnerable adults. We collaborate with our community partners to provide programs and services which engage our customers in improving their quality of life.
VISION
We envision our Department... as a catalyst for improving quality of life through teamwork, partnership, forward thinking, and cutting edge service delivery. We envision our customers...as partners, motivated and empowered to improve their quality of life.
Our Core Standards & Values
A quality customer experience, business operations and employee experience represents our three Core Standards that guide our principles and values. We have identified eight core values and validating behaviors that define our Departments: Service, Teamwork, Accountability, Diversity, Innovation, Optimism, Integrity and Flexibility.
Cumberland County offers a generous benefit plan including a Government Retirement Plan, 13 paid holidays per year and an Employee Wellness Center Clinic.To see more information about the benefits offered to employees
01
Please indicate the highest education level as documented in the education section on your application.

• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• High School
• None of the above

02
From the list below, select all accounting tasks/duties you have experience with.

• Accounts payable - data entry
• Accounts payable - documentation analysis
• Excel spreadsheets
• Accounts receivable
• Deposit preparation
• Balance sheet account reconciliation
• Bank reconciliations
• Payroll
• Journal entry preparation
• Payroll tax forms
• Fixed asset tracking
• Government purchasing
• Knowledge of employment laws that regulate employee pay
• Key timesheets

03
Do you have experience working with QuickBooks?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have experience working with Tyler Munis financial software?

• Yes
• No

05
How much hands-on experience with the Munis financial software system do you have?

• 5+ years
• 3 - 5 years
• 1 - 3 years
• Less than 1 year
• None

06
Please verify that your application includes the following information: * Employment history including salary, correct dates of employment, employer address and phone number, supervisor's name, and reason for leaving each employer. Applications without the above information will be considered incomplete and not be processed. Information not included in the application will not be used for evaluation purposes; resume will not be used in lieu of application.Please take a moment to review your application before submission to ensure all categories are completed.I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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