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ACCOUNTANT I
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee - Milwaukee, WI
posted 3 days ago
About the position
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin's second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as "R1" by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has a branch campus in Waukesha. UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. This position will be the primary divisional finance contact responsible for monitoring financial activities and reconciling the monthly financials for units in General Education Administration. These units include the Divisions of: Community Empowerment & Institutional Inclusivity, Marketing Communications & University Relations, Office of the Chancellor, Secretary of the University, and University Advancement. In addition, this role will be responsible for creating and distributing financial reports for these units. This position requires attention to detail, a thorough understanding of fund accounting, and knowledge of UW System and UWM financial rules.
Responsibilities
- Organizing, preparing, and updating basic financial statements, monthly and year-end journal entries, accounts, ledgers, and reports for various financial needs within an automated financial system to ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions
- Preparing and analyzing financial data, reports and records, identifying discrepancies. Investigating, recommending, and implementing basic solutions as needed
- Assist with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports
- Answering questions and providing accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders
- Assisting in preparing budgets and financial projections
- Preparing and/or approving financial transactions and payments
- Completing monthly internal billing and reconciliation related to internal campus charges
Requirements
- Associate's degree or higher in accounting, business, finance, or another related field.
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office suite.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel, or similar program, creating and maintaining spreadsheets.
Nice-to-haves
- At least one year of Accounting experience.
- Experience with Fund Accounting.
- Budgeting experience.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Accounting.
- Experience in a Higher Education setting.
- Experience working with Enterprise Management Systems (for example, Peoplesoft, Workday, or something similar).
- Customer service experience.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays
