Accounting Technician - Durham Tech Foundation

Job Description

Job Description

The Opportunity

Durham Tech Foundation seeks a detail-oriented and mission-driven Accounting Technician to support the financial operations of the Foundation. Working under the direction of the Director of Finance, this part-time position assists with day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integrity in all financial processes.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized professional with strong accounting and bookkeeping skills, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to the mission and values of Durham Technical Community College. This is an opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven organization that expands access to education and fosters student success.

The Essential Functions

Financial Operations and Accounting Support

• Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely and accurate data entry and documentation.
• Reconcile monthly bank and investment statements.
• Prepare and enter journal entries and maintain general ledger transactions.
• Support the monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring entries are complete and properly documented.
• Maintain digital and physical financial records in accordance with audit and compliance requirements.
• Work closely with the Institutional Advancement team to reconcile development and financial records.
• Support reporting needs for the finance and accounting function, including generating financial reports and schedules for the Finance and Investment Committee, Board meetings, and external audits.
• Respond to inquiries regarding financial transactions and provide support for budget monitoring.
• Contribute to process improvements and documentation of financial procedures.
• Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned.

About Durham Tech Foundation

Durham Tech is a comprehensive community college serving over 18,000 students annually, and Institutional Advancement plays a crucial role in raising resources to enhance the student, staff, and faculty experience. The college is accredited and offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates for students seeking university transfer or immediate employment.

Durham Tech Foundation provides opportunities for donors to make a meaningful impact by supporting students, faculty, and programs that drive success. Donor support relieves financial barriers for students and enhances the educational experience through :

Want to know more? Visit Durham Tech Foundation's website at .

Skills, Experience, and Preferred Attributes