Universities of Wisconsin · 3 hours ago
Neurology Accountant
Madison, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expThe University of Wisconsin's Department of Neurology is seeking an Accountant to join their team of administrative professionals. The role involves preparing, reviewing, and conducting complex financial processes under the supervision of Department Leadership, including budgeting, financial reporting, and other accounting duties.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
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
Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments
Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures
Provides and prepares budgets and projections based on existing data and established policies and procedures
Assists with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports
Develops and maintains automated financial systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity
Prepares and analyzes financial data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements solutions as needed
Qualification
Required
Proficient in Microsoft Office; specifically, Excel
Attention to detail, work well under pressure, and deadline driven
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated independent critical thinking and decision-making skills
1-2 years prior experience processing financial transactions in accounting systems
Preferred
Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Proficient in accounting systems, specifically Oracle Cloud and Workday
2-3 years prior accounting experience in an academic medical setting
Prior experience at UW Health, School of Medicine and Public Health, or UW Madison
Knowledge of University of Wisconsin (UW), School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH), UW Foundation (UWF), and UW Health (UWH) policies and procedures
Knowledge of HIPAA requirements
1-2 years prior experience in post-award accounting
Benefits
Generous vacation
Holidays
Sick leave
Competitive insurances and savings accounts
Retirement benefits
Company
Universities of Wisconsin
13 universities. 1 mission. To make Wisconsin...Future Ready. For All.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7MKey Investors
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
2019-01-01Grant· $7M
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