The University of Iowa Department of Neurology is seeking an Accountant to exercise basic accounting control for the department by performing functions related to budgets, accounting systems, payroll, and operational activities. Duties include coordinating and monitoring departmental expenditures, assisting in preparation of operating budgets, and creating and maintaining spreadsheets. This position is also dedicated to the Neurology Education Division, to support the financial and event planning activities within budgetary guidelines.
Position Responsibilities
Monitor financial activities for more than 200 department accounts, including Foundation accounts, appropriations, gift accounts, and clinical revenue accounts. Open, monitor and close existing accounts within established guidelines by the University.
Serve as the resource for all accounting related questions for both internal and external parties.
Maintain records and reconcile accounts, tracking income and expenditures, auditing statements, and providing special reporting.
Reconcile vouchers against purchase orders, invoices and procurement card charges resolving any discrepancies/irregularities.
Initiate P-Reqs and e-vouchers, track standing orders, contracts, allowances, etc. Process electronic change vouchers.
Process ProTrav (travel) requests, ensuring proper approvals and funding is available.
E-deposit of all non-Foundation checks and observation fees.
Perform designated departmental accounts receivable activities, including billing for all legal depositions, record reviews and medical reports provided by department faculty and staff. Follow up on delinquent payments.
Prepare periodic and ad hoc reports for Departmental/Institutional leaders and external agencies.
Prepare original and corrected accounting entries.
Assist in development and maintenance of account databases and reporting.
Assist in preparation of department operating budget.
Assist with organization of Education events, such as graduation, wellness retreats, and tracking of compliances.
Asist with development and ongoing monitoring of a defined Education budget, involving UI and UICA funding sources.
Serve as post-award accounting back up for Research Support Specialist.
Contribute to implementation of policies and procedures related to accounting and reporting standards per University and UI Health Care guidelines.
Assist in performing complex financial analyses and projections for annual budget requests.
Confer with representatives of schools, departments, or other reporting units to arrange for and gather data and to discuss report requirements.
Monitor provider professional development allocations and expenditures.
Assist faculty and staff with appropriate use of professional development funds.
Provide training in accounting systems for staff, as needed.
Demonstrates respect for all members of the University community, in the course of performing one’s duties, and in response to administrators, supervisors, coworkers, and customers.
Represents the interests of the University and of unit leadership in the use of resources to meet service and productivity demands within unit goals and budgets; strives to promote continual process and quality improvement.
Seeks opportunities to enhance one’s own professional knowledge, skills, and abilities related to current position and/or to prepare for potential future roles and overall career development.
Other duties as assigned.
Percentage of Time: 80%
Schedule: Shifts will be scheduled between Monday-Friday. This position does not work holidays or weekends.
The Department of Neurology, founded in 1919, was one of the first academic departments of neurology in the nation and the first to be established west of the Mississippi River. The Department of Neurology's hallmark is its history of carefully integrating patient care, scientific investigation, and education of medical, postdoctoral, and graduate students.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
Minimum of two years of accounting experience.
Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite software applications, including Excel.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team setting.
Experience managing complex information requiring attention to detail.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with budget preparation and monitoring.
Ability to create, manipulate and extensively use Excel spreadsheets.
Knowledge of University of Iowa policies, procedures, and regulations.
Please attach a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact Erin Curry at 319-356-7355 or erin-curry@uiowa.edu.
Additional Information
Classification Title: Accountant
Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
Schedule: Part-time
Compensation
Pay Level: 3A
Contact Information
Organization: Healthcare
Contact Name: Erin Curry
Contact Email: erin-curry@uiowa.edu
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Higher Education
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