Disbursement Analyst

The Division of Administration and Finance is ultimately responsible for all financial and administrative activities of East Carolina University and its affiliated Foundations. The Division consists of Financial Services; Campus Operations; Information Technology and Computing Services; People Operations, Success, and Opportunity; Environmental Health and Campus Safety; Auxiliary Services and various support activities related to the ECU affiliated Foundations. The Division is led by the Vice Chancellor of Administration & Finance. The Vice Chancellor is responsible for oversight of the policies, personnel, budgets and administrative activities of all operations at East Carolina University and its affiliated Foundations. This division is a service provider in support of academic, research, and outreach missions of the University. Within the Division, Financial Services is responsible for financial activities of East Carolina University and its affiliated Foundations. The mission of Financial Services is: To provide for the financial needs of the University and its Foundations in a customer-oriented, friendly environment while assuring the proper stewardship of all fiscal resources.

The Disbursement Analyst is responsible for the daily operations of reviewing, approving and processing various payment requests. This position applies knowledge of various policies and rules for the State, IRS, and University. The position will work interactively with Materials Management, Accounting Services, Budget, Grants and Contracts, Systems Coordination, ITCS, and other customers across the campus community. The position serves under the general direction of the AP Accounting Tech. The position will analyze and determine foreign national tax liabilities, and determine appropriate 1099 treatment of vendor payments. The position will compute NC withholding tax, scholarship withholding and Foreign national withholding. The position will have a thorough understanding of the entire accounts payable process, and is responsible for the review of encumbrances and processing liquidations. This position requires a thorough understanding of The North Carolina Office of State Treasury guidelines as they pertain to the ECU disbursement process. This position will review and transmit positive pay files, and prepare domestic and foreign wire requests. This position will also serve as backup to the Accounting Technician.

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

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Microsoft Office proficiency (particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word). Strong customer service, communication (verbal and written), analytical, and technical skills are preferred. Prior compliance and analytical experience preferred. Aptitude to resolve problems, to manage numerous deadlines, to work in an environment of fluctuating priorities and frequent interruptions, and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Ability to ensure confidentiality of sensitive data and to provide prompt and professional service to all University constituents.

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If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU 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. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.