University of Utah
PS Accountant - Cardiovascular Medicine
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Job Summary
The Cardiovascular Medicine Division at the University of Utah seeks an Accountant to join our administrative team. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, enjoy working in a high-functioning dynamic team, eager to develop processes, demonstrate ownership of responsibilities, and serve as a subject‑matter expert to support and guide non‑financial users within the division. All administrative roles in the Division exist to support our providers and facilitate their care for our patients, the education of our medical trainees, and the advancements created through our research. The role maintains and reconciles ledgers and accounts according to generally accepted accounting principles, prepares and analyzes financial information, prepares reports and financial statements, and reports to the Cardiovascular Medicine Division, Administrative Director.
Responsibilities
Prepares and assesses budget, revenue, expense, payroll, and journal entries, and other accounting documents.
Initiates daily transaction processing, requisitioning, review, and reporting from University systems: UShop, Lawson, E‑Payment Request, Management Reports, E‑Journals, Concur, University Purchasing, University Travel Card, and Financial Information Library.
Ensures the accuracy of reallocations for Division P‑Card, T‑Card, and Concur expenses, including validating development fund balances.
Initiates, processes, and manages division contracts through Archer.
Tracks and ensures timely payment of invoices for accounts receivable and accounts payable.
Analyzes and monitors budgets and expenditures for compliance with fiscal accountability and reporting requirements.
Analyzes and forecasts revenue and expenditure trends across multiple timeframes.
Reconciles balance sheets, cash, general ledger, payroll accounts, and supporting journal entries.
Develops accounting systems and documents to support the input and handling of financial data and reports.
Interacts with internal and external auditors and participates in auditing projects.
Participates within a multidisciplinary team across multiple locations, developing and maintaining effective and collaborative working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external colleagues.
Problem Solving This position requires applying generally accepted accounting principles, federal cost accounting regulations, and University policies and procedures to a variety of situations. The Accountant interprets complex policies and effectively communicates the information in an easily understood manner, analyzes each situation and uses professional judgment to reach solutions, recommends changes to accounting‑based procedures according to analysis performed, and demonstrates the ability to prioritize tasks, obtain complete transactional data, and create clear financial reports.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, plus one year of related experience or equivalency (or two years of related experience for each year of education).
Thorough understanding of general ledger accounting practices, cost analysis and accounting principles, with demonstrated analytical, problem‑solving, human relations, and effective communication skills.
Knowledge of PeopleSoft or Access databases preferred in some areas.
Patient‑sensitive role requiring fulfillment of all associated requirements, including CDC immunization standards with medical or religious exemptions as applicable.
Ability to perform essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: PRN43373B
Full Time
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm (hybrid schedule up to 2 days per week remote after orientation)
Location: Campus, Salt Lake City, Utah
Pay Range: $47,000 – $75,000 DOE
Close Date: 1/21/2026
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/190932
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Responsibilities
Prepares and assesses budget, revenue, expense, payroll, and journal entries, and other accounting documents.
Initiates daily transaction processing, requisitioning, review, and reporting from University systems: UShop, Lawson, E‑Payment Request, Management Reports, E‑Journals, Concur, University Purchasing, University Travel Card, and Financial Information Library.
Ensures the accuracy of reallocations for Division P‑Card, T‑Card, and Concur expenses, including validating development fund balances.
Initiates, processes, and manages division contracts through Archer.
Tracks and ensures timely payment of invoices for accounts receivable and accounts payable.
Analyzes and monitors budgets and expenditures for compliance with fiscal accountability and reporting requirements.
Analyzes and forecasts revenue and expenditure trends across multiple timeframes.
Reconciles balance sheets, cash, general ledger, payroll accounts, and supporting journal entries.
Develops accounting systems and documents to support the input and handling of financial data and reports.
Interacts with internal and external auditors and participates in auditing projects.
Participates within a multidisciplinary team across multiple locations, developing and maintaining effective and collaborative working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external colleagues.
Problem Solving This position requires applying generally accepted accounting principles, federal cost accounting regulations, and University policies and procedures to a variety of situations. The Accountant interprets complex policies and effectively communicates the information in an easily understood manner, analyzes each situation and uses professional judgment to reach solutions, recommends changes to accounting‑based procedures according to analysis performed, and demonstrates the ability to prioritize tasks, obtain complete transactional data, and create clear financial reports.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, plus one year of related experience or equivalency (or two years of related experience for each year of education).
Thorough understanding of general ledger accounting practices, cost analysis and accounting principles, with demonstrated analytical, problem‑solving, human relations, and effective communication skills.
Knowledge of PeopleSoft or Access databases preferred in some areas.
Patient‑sensitive role requiring fulfillment of all associated requirements, including CDC immunization standards with medical or religious exemptions as applicable.
Ability to perform essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: PRN43373B
Full Time
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm (hybrid schedule up to 2 days per week remote after orientation)
Location: Campus, Salt Lake City, Utah
Pay Range: $47,000 – $75,000 DOE
Close Date: 1/21/2026
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/190932
#J-18808-Ljbffr