This position functions under the general supervision of the Department of Anesthesiology Finance Associate Director. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing accurate and timely fiscal management reports, advice, and analysis. This position is responsible for the interpretation of rules, regulations, policies and guidelines of varying complexity regarding appropriate handling, reporting and expenditure of funds. The position is also responsible for processing reimbursement and purchase requests.

This position requires the application of established accounting principles, policies and procedures for three agencies: clinical operations (UW Health), academic operations (University of Wisconsin-Madison - UW), and fund raising operations of the Department of Anesthesiology (UW Foundation-UWF).

SMPH is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.

• 10% Organizes, prepares, and updates basic 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
• 10% Prepares and analyzes financial data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements basic solutions as needed
• 15% Assists with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports
• 10% Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures
• 10% Assists in preparing budgets and financial projections
• 25% Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments
• 10% Support Department Operational Services, with building maintenance requests, maintain and order office supplies, faculty lab coat and business card orders, departmental shipping assistance
• 10% Departmental Property Administrator, tag and track all Capital Assets, oversee disposition of obsolete/broken captial items, maintain Capital Equipment Asset Inventory, perform necessary regulatory audits

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Preferred
Associate's Degree
Preference given for applicants with a 2-year associate degree in accounting from an accredited post-secondary school or commensurate experience and training.

Required:
- Knowledge of advanced bookkeeping principles and practices.
- Effective use of word processing and spreadsheet software.
- Ability to demonstrate initiative, proper judgement and independent decision-making.
- Effective oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, team participation skills, problems solving techniques, and customer service skills.

Preferred:
- Knowledge of UW purchasing rules and regulations, purchasing, payment/credit procedures, travel guidelines, contract processes, and account structure.
- Knowledge of financial regulations from a variety of funding sources and agencies.
- Knowledge of federal grant contracts and academic support service agreements.
- Knowledge of WISER, PeopleSoft, Excel, JET, WISPER, and internet/web-based applications.
- Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

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.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $47,850 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you chose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

At UW School of Medicine and Public Health, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role, we encourage you 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. 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.

Rachel Timbers
timbers@wisc.edu
608-263-7659
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Accountant I(FN001)

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/ANESTHESIOLOGY/ANESTHESIO

Academic Staff-Renewable

287166-AS

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.