Payroll Overpayment Analyst

State of North Carolina ‚Ä¢ Wake County, North Carolina ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $50,088–$87,654 / year

Posted on Fri, Aug 14, 2026

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - Administration

Job Classification Title

Accountant I (NS)

Position Number

60060452

Grade

NC13

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

This position performs professional operating and cost accounting work, applying established accounting theory and practices to accurately record, classify, examine, and analyze financial transaction data. The role is responsible for maintaining and overseeing financial records, managing grants and contracts, monitoring payroll activities, processing financial transactions, and preparing detailed financial reports to support organizational decision‑making.
Key Duties
• Maintain, reconcile, and monitor complex financial data and accounting records
• Prepare, analyze, and distribute monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Process a variety of financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies
• Track, manage, and report on grants, contracts, and related expenditures
• Oversee payroll‑related financial activity, including auditing and reconciliation
• Review and analyze financial documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Provide technical guidance on accounting procedures and financial best practices
• Support audits and internal reviews by preparing schedules, reports, and documentation

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $50,088 - $87,654

NC 13

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not . Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: 

· Experience in SAP Payroll module and its functionality, Employee Self Service, and system reporting tools such as queries and online reports.

· Experience interpreting and analyzing salary overpayment data in DAC Accounting System (ACT) and explaining and applying the provision of standard accounting practices.

· Experience combining multiple data sources such as online transactions, reports, queries to find the root cause of salary overpayments and make appropriate resolutions.

· Experience maintaining effective working relationships with representatives of related contact agencies, departmental staff, team members, and the public.

· Experience working independently and managing competing priorities.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date 

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information. 

This is an internal posting open only for current North Carolina state government employees, and eligible state government reduction in force (RIF) candidates from north Carolina state government, or current temporary employees. 

The primary purpose of the Department of Adult Correction Controller’s Office is to ensure that all department financial resources and funds are received, disbursed, recorded, and accounted for in accordance with all applicable State and Federal laws and regulations, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Department policy and procedures. The Controller’s Office at the agency level has oversight responsibility of the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) regarding transactions which affect the financial responsibility of this department and is accountable to the Office of the State Controller for the integrity of that data.

Application Process 

NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. 

Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application.Applications must include: 

If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered. 

Education Equivalency Verification 

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. 

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference 

PREA Requirement 

The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions 

ADA Accommodations 

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. 

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in accounting, or a degree in business administration, finance, public administration, or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution with 18 semester hours of accounting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Lisa Warren Byrd

Email:

DACWorkday@dac.nc.gov


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