Job Summary: The Department of Pediatrics is seeking a detail-oriented accountant to perform financial analysis, prepare financial reports and complete monthly financial reconciliations for the Department. This position will work with a diverse set of funding sources and evolving set of rules, regulations, and business practices imposed by the University, UWMF, and department policies. This position will work closely with the DOP senior administration team, DOP division leaders, UW Health Finance, and the SMPH Dean's Office. An ideal candidate will work well in a team environment, have a a minimum of two years of working in an accounting financial system and knowledge of the generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Responsibilities: Performs advanced accounting duties following generally accepted accounting principles and procedures. Prepares and reviews financial reports and assists with budgeting. Ensures the accurate recording and reporting of the business unit's financial transactions. 25% Organizes, prepares, and updates financial statements, monthly and year-end journal entries, accounts, ledgers, and reports for various financial needs within an automated financial system to ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions 25% Prepares and analyzes financial data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements solutions as needed 5% Develops and maintains automated financial systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity 20% Assists with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports 5% Provides and prepares budgets and projections based on existing data and established policies and procedures 10% Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures 10% Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
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Education: Preferred
Associate's Degree
Qualifications: Required Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience in Accounting Financial Systems
- 2 years of accounting journal entries/accruals/financial reporting
- Experience applying of GAAP to accounting practices
- Effective oral and written communication skills, independent problem solving and analytical skills, attention to detail and organization
Work Type: Full Time: 100%
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable
Salary: Minimum $66,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Actual pay will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at
Additional Information: University sponsorship is not available for this position. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. UW-Madison is not an E-Verify employer, and therefore, is not eligible to employ F1-OPT STEM Extension participants.
How to Apply: To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience.
Contact: Kelsey Scholtens
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title: Accountant II(FN002)
Department(s): A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/PEDIATRICS/PEDIATRICS
Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number: 296859-AS
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