Accountant

Key Job Responsibilities

• Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures
• 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
• Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments
• Affords assistance with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports
• Affords assistance in preparing budgets and financial projections
• Prepares and analyzes financial data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements basic solutions as needed

Department

The Department: College of Engineering, Dean's Office

Compensation

The starting salary for the position is $63,000, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Required Qualifications

• Two years of experience in accounting, finance, or related role
• Experience working with complex automated accounting systems and processes
• Proficiency with Excel or other spreadsheet software

Preferred Qualifications

• General knowledge of state and federal financial policies, regulations, and processes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills as well as ability to independently determine priorities
• Experience with cash management, purchasing, travel, and reimbursements
• Workday financial experience
• Experience in Higher Education
• Experience in interpreting and analyzing financial data
• Experience in preparing financial reports, spreadsheets and budgets
• Skills in developing and providing training
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and theories

Education

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

How to Apply

Please go to the “Apply Now” area and select your current UW Employment Status. Please submit a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, detail your experience: Creating journals Processing revenue transfers and expense adjustments Managing salary and fringe expenses

Contact Information

Noel Becraft
1415 Engineering Dr
Madison, WI 53706
noel.becraft@wisc.edu