Accountant

Job Summary: This position provides professional accounting services for the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (UW SMPH) - Department of Medicine (DOM).
This position preforms financial analysis and internal controls, for departmental financial transactions.
This position will navigate a diverse set of funding sources in an evolving set of rules, regulations and business practices imposed by the University, UW Health, UWMF, and department policies.
This position will work closely with DOM Division Administrators, DOM leadership, UW Health Finance, and the SMPH Dean's Office.
An ideal candidate will work well in a collaborative environment, have a strong customer service skillset and attention to detail.
Responsibilities: Accountant II (FN002) Accountant III (FN003) Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison.
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Education: Preferred Associate's Degree Qualifications: Required: At least 2 years of finance experience Professional level and highly efficient use of Microsoft Office Preferred: Experience in a healthcare or academic setting Experience working with complex automated accounting systems and processes 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 $60,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications Additional Information: 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.
Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting.
The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
Hire will be subject to criminal background check requirements.
A period of evaluation will be required.
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.
You will also be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor during the application process.
References will not be contacted without prior notice.
Contact: Charles Amble caamble@medicine.
wisc.
edu 608-262-5609 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1.
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Official Title: Accountant II(FN002) or Accountant III(FN003) Department(s): A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/MEDICINE/MEDICINE Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 296073-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies.
We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Employment will require a criminal background check.
It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released.
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