University of Iowa Hiring For Accountant – OBGYN at Iowa City, IA Full Time

The University of Iowa Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is seeking an Accountant. This positions exercises accounting control over the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Iowa Health Care accounts, and Center for Advancement gift funding. The accountant is responsible for purchasing, payment approvals, and will assist in annual departmental budgeting. They provide projections and financial analysis on OBGYN accounts, making recommendations to the Administrator as needed and support decisions as being well-founded.

This position is eligible to participate in hybrid/remote work. Remote work must be performed at a location within the state of Iowa. Successful candidates who participate in remote work must comply with requirements of the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working in a remote location.

Characteristic Duties And Responsibilities

• Process basic and/or routine financial transactions using appropriate classification based on revenue/expense type and source.
• Review and approve basic and/or routine financial workflow transactions for correct classification and appropriateness.
• Monitor and reconcile account statements and reports to verify compliance with conditions specified by the source of funding.
• Initiate original and correcting financial journal entries.
• Provide training to support staff on policies and procedures.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial activity reports on departmental accounts for review by the Administrator and/or Department Chair.
• Extract financial data from established accounting and information systems and perform routine financial analysis or projections to satisfy requests by internal or external individuals, assemble the data for analytical purposes.
• Open/close accounts within guidelines established by the University and Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology.
• Assist in year-end closing and annual budgeting for the department.
• Initiate financial transactions including large PO’s, travel approvals, reimbursements, purchases and procurement card reconciling.
• Maintain oversight of contractual relationships and invoicing with outside entities for review and execution for all divisions, outreach clinics, and department.
• Assist and provide support to all faculty and staff seeking funding for tuition, research, and developmental needs.
• Contribute to the creation and/or modification of processes for successful operation of the department.
• Maintain department vehicle including scheduling of routine maintenance, review of fuel reports and adding new staff into the Driver’s License Review System for verification.
• Secure cost centers for all providers from CCOM.
• Pay U-bills through MAUI when classes are approved for payment by the Division/Department.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6 months – 1 year accounting experience.
• Knowledge of and ability to use the functions, tools, and processed needed to manage financial assets and liabilities for assigned accounts.
• Knowledge of applicable policies and regulations associated with external funding sources.
• Ability to process information with a high level for accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience in managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient in computer software applications.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Experience managing external funding sources (grants, Center for Advancement).
• Demonstrated ability in financial analysis.
• Knowledge of automated accounting systems: Peoplesoft, Strata Operating Budget Systems, GL Reporter, and GL General Ledger.
• Knowledge of UI automated systems: GL Reporter, GL General Ledger, AP-PO Peoplesoft, CAM (Capital Assets Management), E-Pro, GL Journal Entry, ProTrav and MAUI.

Position And Application Details

• In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume and mark them as a relevant file to the submission.
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original 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 may be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
• For additional questions please contact Cassie Burrill at [email protected].

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Accountant
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: Hybrid within Iowa

Compensation

• Pay Level: 3A

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Cassie Burrill
• Contact Email: [email protected]