Job Overview

The Department of Accounting and Finance, College of Medicine is seeking to hire an Accountant 2. This position will be responsible for monthly department fund reconciliation, procurement and entering contracts into PACE system as needed. Also, this position will be responsible for post award grant management, monthly reconciliation of expense reports, collaborating with faculty to manage effort allocation, expense compliance and controls, and award progress.

This position will offer flexibility for a hybrid remote schedule for applicants with a residence within OH/IN/KY once training is complete. Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies.

Essential Functions

• Maintain account journals and prepare financial statements. Maintain, analyze and reconcile ledgers/funds.
• Monitor and interpret financial data in the development of cost/budget analysis and reports.
• Prepare complex variance analysis of budget vs. actual.
• Perform internal auditing or financial records.
• Ensure completeness and compliance with university, local, state and federal requirements and standard accounting and audit procedures including all compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Analyze complex financial and operating data and prepare management reports, financial statements, and projections.
• Prepare, review and post accounting documents.
• Recommend accounting and control systems.
• Oversee inventory control.
• Ability to interact comfortably and confidently with both internal and external customers. Ability to initiate objectives with minimal supervision.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating reports. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree must be in Accounting or related field. Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Two (2) years of accounting related work experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

Fund accounting experience. SAP financial software experience. Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook), Internet and web-based systems.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include: Comprehensive Tuition Remission, Robust Retirement Plans, Real Work-Life Balance, Competitive salary based on experience, Comprehensive health coverage, Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs, Professional development & mentorship opportunities.

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