The position will be part of the DFPM Finance team within DFPM Central Administration that provides support and services across the department.
Primary tasks for this position will be ensuring that monthly, quarterly and annual accounting processes are done accurately and on time, ensuring payroll is processed accurately, and assisting in the annual budget process. They may be involved with completing these directly or working with staff and faculty throughout the department on their completion. They will also be heavily involved in reviewing and improving current processes.
The position provides accounting oversight to department management; coordinates program and operations accounting; and provides successful planning, administration and execution of various programs. This position will be expected to independently identify projects that would add value to department missions, operations, and programs. Projects may include planning, policy development, work methods and procedures, time utilization, organizational structure, distribution of assignments and information management.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Provides information related to planning, policy development, work methods and procedures, manpower utilization, organizational structure, distribution of assignments, information management.
Provides program and operations research and analysis.
Evaluates new program plans, goals and objectives.
Assists in the preparation and evaluation of special projects.
Monitors department payroll processes to ensure accurate expensing and timely payments.
Designs forms, tables, graphs and charts to for summarizing information.
Develops and implements policies and procedures related to department/University financial issues.
May be assigned special projects requiring a knowledge of governmental and business accounting practices
Assists in the preparation and submission of the annual department budget.
Problem Solving
Representative challenges of this position include providing key decision makers an objective view regarding products or services and values; and applying theoretical concepts to practical applications.
Work Environment And Level Of Frequency Typically Required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), plus two years professional accounting experience. Also required are a thorough knowledge of established accounting principles and practices, knowledge of accounting software, advanced spreadsheet skills, the ability to write queries and macros and demonstrated analytical, problem solving, human relations and effective communication skills.
Preferences
Candidates for this position might have excellent teamwork skills, as well as a commitment to customer service. An ideal candidate may also have experience with Microsoft Excel, EPM , PeopleSoft and with education, clinical and research operations in an Academic Medical Center setting.
Certifications as a Certified Public Accountant may be preferred for certain positions.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Higher Education
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