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University of Wisconsin - Madison
Location: Madison, WI 53705 Document ID: AA524-0EVM Posted on: 2017-01-2501/25/2017 Job Type: RegularJob Schedule:Full-time
2017-02-24
ACCOUNTANT
Position Vacancy ID:
89273-AS
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Working Title:
Accountant
Official Title:
ACCOUNTANT(R10DN) or ASSOC ACCOUNTANT(R10FN)
Hiring Department:
A191500-COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING/CIVIL & ENVIRON ENGR
FTE:
100%
Anticipated Begin Date:
FEBRUARY 01, 2017
Term:
This is a renewable appointment.
Advertised Salary:
Minimum $45,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Degree and area of specialization:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred but not required.
Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
1. Minimum of 2 years experience in field.
2. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
3. Thorough knowledge of UW and State of Wisconsin budgeting and appropriation regulations and processes; regulations and restrictions on variety of account types such as revenue, gift, GPR, UW Foundation Endowments and Restricted funds, UW Trust funds, Federal grants, interagency agreements, contracts, etc.
4. Ability to determine policies, set practices, develop and maintain an accounting program in a complex accounting environment.
5. Comprehension of and ability to use relational database software as well as ability to build, maintain and update a customized accounting system. Solid skills with software and UW programs such as WISDM, WISPER, Excel, MS word, Effort Reporting system and E-Reimbursement.
6. Awareness of the impact of economic and financial market factors on endowed/restricted funds.
7. Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills as well as ability to independently determine priorities and interpret State, UW, Federal and Granting Authority regulations.
8. Willingness and initiative to keep knowledge of accounting, finance, software and business technologies up-to-date, and to initiate changes when appropriate.
9. Strong oral and written communications skills.
10. Must be able to work independently and be self-motivated.
11. Well-developed analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
License or Certificate:
Position Summary:
This position provides post-award management support and financial support services for the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering (CEE) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. This person would be responsible for financial management, and operational data analysis and reporting for research grants and other department funds held by faculty and academic staff. This position must independently prepare and present updated reports on all funds to the Department Chair and faculty as appropriate and requires a strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards in addition to college, university, UW Trust and UW Foundation operating procedures and policies. The accountant plays an integral part in development of policies and procedures for the successful financial management, forecasting, and reporting of research funds and is a primary financial support person.
This position will serve faculty within Engineering Hall which is located on the College of Engineering campus and in the Water Science & Engineering Laboratory (WSEL) a research and teaching center that is located at 660 N. Park Street on campus. The individual in this position will split their time between both locations and provide linkages between the two offices. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this position.
Additional Information:
Contact:
Liz Funk Smith
efunk@wisc.edu
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )
Instructions to Applicants:
Applicant will need to submit a cover letter and resume.
Additional Link:
Full Position Details
NOTE: A Period of Evaluation will be Required
The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
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Applications Open: 28 Dec 2016 Central Standard Time
Applications Close: 25 Jan 2017 11:55 PM Central Standard Time
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