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Accountant 2, College of Medicine, Department of Accounting & Finance
Inside Higher Ed, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
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. Responsibilities
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. Interact comfortably and confidently with both internal and external customers. Initiate objectives with minimal supervision. Exercise good judgment in evaluating reports and 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. Eligibility varies by position and FTE. Highlights include: Comprehensive Tuition Remission — UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans — As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance — UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days), and 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents. Additional Benefits Include — Competitive salary of $61,000 - $63,000 based on experience; Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription); Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs; Professional development & mentorship opportunities. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. REQ: 99917 Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries
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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. Responsibilities
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. Interact comfortably and confidently with both internal and external customers. Initiate objectives with minimal supervision. Exercise good judgment in evaluating reports and 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. Eligibility varies by position and FTE. Highlights include: Comprehensive Tuition Remission — UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans — As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance — UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days), and 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents. Additional Benefits Include — Competitive salary of $61,000 - $63,000 based on experience; Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription); Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs; Professional development & mentorship opportunities. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. REQ: 99917 Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries
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