What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Officer position at North Carolina State University?
Posting Details
Posting Information
Posting Number PG194490EP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Finance Officer
Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with education and experience ($80,000 - $90,000)
Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. This position operates on a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the office and up to two days remote, subject to business needs.
Job Location Raleigh, North Carolina
Department
About The Department
The Poole College of Management actively engages with industry and academia to create an innovative and collaborative intellectual environment that fosters learning, scholarship, and service. We’re deeply rooted in NC State’s history as a university that excels at science, technology, engineering, and math.
Our college’s diverse student body — over 4,000 students — hails from across North Carolina, the United States, and the world. Our faculty are thought leaders and field-tested experts with enduring ties to the world of business.
Poole College of Management has four academic departments: Accounting, Business Management, Economics, and Management, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. We offer bachelor’s degrees in accounting, business administration, economics; master’s degrees in accounting, business administration ( MBA ), economics, management (including specialized degrees); as well as a doctoral degree in economics. Among our non-degree programs, we offer Executive Education and graduate certificates.
The college houses six initiatives fostering research, learning, and corporate engagement: Business Analytics Initiative, Business Sustainability Collaborative, Enterprise Risk Management Initiative, Entrepreneurship Clinic, Entrepreneurship Collaborative, and Supply Chain Resource Cooperative. The college is fully accredited by the AACSB .
To learn more about our College, visit: https://poole.ncsu.edu
Wolfpack Perks And Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
The Finance Officer serves as a strategic financial leader for the Poole College of Management, overseeing a $50M budget portfolio across 21 academic and administrative units. In partnership with the Operations Officer, this role provides college-wide financial oversight, forecasting, compliance management, and operational guidance to ensure strong fiscal stewardship aligned with college and university priorities.
You will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, delivering financial analysis, monitoring performance trends, strengthening internal controls, and supporting sound resource allocation decisions. This role also provides supervision and mentorship to business staff while promoting consistent, efficient financial operations across the college.
Key Responsibilities
Other Responsibilities
Minimum Education and Experience
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License required No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 02/23/2026
Anticipated Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Position Details
Position Number 00109329
Position Type EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID 200111 - College Business Services - Poole College of Management
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at workatncstate@ncsu.edu .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Posting Information
Posting Number PG194490EP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Finance Officer
Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with education and experience ($80,000 - $90,000)
Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. This position operates on a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the office and up to two days remote, subject to business needs.
Job Location Raleigh, North Carolina
Department
About The Department
The Poole College of Management actively engages with industry and academia to create an innovative and collaborative intellectual environment that fosters learning, scholarship, and service. We’re deeply rooted in NC State’s history as a university that excels at science, technology, engineering, and math.
Our college’s diverse student body — over 4,000 students — hails from across North Carolina, the United States, and the world. Our faculty are thought leaders and field-tested experts with enduring ties to the world of business.
Poole College of Management has four academic departments: Accounting, Business Management, Economics, and Management, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. We offer bachelor’s degrees in accounting, business administration, economics; master’s degrees in accounting, business administration ( MBA ), economics, management (including specialized degrees); as well as a doctoral degree in economics. Among our non-degree programs, we offer Executive Education and graduate certificates.
The college houses six initiatives fostering research, learning, and corporate engagement: Business Analytics Initiative, Business Sustainability Collaborative, Enterprise Risk Management Initiative, Entrepreneurship Clinic, Entrepreneurship Collaborative, and Supply Chain Resource Cooperative. The college is fully accredited by the AACSB .
To learn more about our College, visit: https://poole.ncsu.edu
Wolfpack Perks And Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
- Medical , Dental , and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuition and Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
The Finance Officer serves as a strategic financial leader for the Poole College of Management, overseeing a $50M budget portfolio across 21 academic and administrative units. In partnership with the Operations Officer, this role provides college-wide financial oversight, forecasting, compliance management, and operational guidance to ensure strong fiscal stewardship aligned with college and university priorities.
You will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, delivering financial analysis, monitoring performance trends, strengthening internal controls, and supporting sound resource allocation decisions. This role also provides supervision and mentorship to business staff while promoting consistent, efficient financial operations across the college.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead budget development, forecasting, and financial analysis across multiple funding sources
- Develop executive-level reports, dashboards, and multi-year projections to support strategic planning
- Advise leadership on financial trends, risks, and resource allocation strategies
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and university policies and maintain strong internal controls
- Partner with unit leaders and Business Officers to promote consistent financial practices
- Supervise and mentor financial support staff
- Serve as liaison between the College and university central offices
Other Responsibilities
- In addition to the core responsibilities outlined above, the Finance Officer may take on additional duties as needed to support college initiatives and operational priorities.
Minimum Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in budget and financial management. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
- Demonstrated experience managing budgets within a large, complex organization
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and data analysis
- Strong financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting skills
- Demonstrated leadership and ability to supervise or guide financial staff
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to partner across organizational levels
- Experience with PeopleSoft Financials or similar ERP systems
- Experience with Power BI, Smartsheet, or similar reporting tools
- Experience in state, federal, or higher education budgeting
- Knowledge of government accounting, fund accounting, and regulatory compliance frameworks
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License required No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 02/23/2026
Anticipated Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Position Details
Position Number 00109329
Position Type EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID 200111 - College Business Services - Poole College of Management
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at workatncstate@ncsu.edu .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000