Manager of Accounting

Manager of Accounting (938811) UT Southwestern Medicine is a world‑renowned medical and research center committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. We invite you to be part of our team where you will discover a culture of professionalism and a rewarding career. Job Summary Works under general direction to provide management guidance and support for the activities of Accounting, including accounts payable, accounting operations, asset accounting & taxes, cash management, facilities finance, fiscal reports & analysis, and payroll. Benefits PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage Paid Time Off available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of twelve (12) hours in accounting Five (5) years of directly related experience with at least one (1) year in a supervisory capacity Experience with month‑end close procedures Preferred License or Certification: CPA upon hire Job Duties Responsible for managing and coordinating the activities of a department by overseeing one or more functions such as accounts payable, accounting operations, asset accounting & taxes, cash management, facilities finance, fiscal reports & analysis, and payroll; demonstrate continuous performance improvement in targeted areas of responsibility in alignment with overall annual performance improvement targets. Manages daily employee activities for one or more areas, including determining specific work assignments and monitoring individual staff productivity. Trains employees on policies and procedures related to financial and operational reporting, as well as computer system use; participates in professional development activities to stay current with trends and practices in accounting, payroll, tax, process improvement, and health care administration. Manages and recommends the implementation of policies and procedures for the group to ensure consistent established accounting policies and procedures. Evaluates various projects performed by staff to ensure priorities and appropriate procedures are being maintained. Assists in developing plans, priorities, and work assignments to achieve department goals. Manages summaries of financial and operating information and analysis. Works closely with leadership in communicating and assessing productivity and results. Provides written analyses and recommendations to leadership. Ensures accuracy and appropriateness of accounting policies and practices; maintains strict confidentiality. Performs other duties as assigned. Security and EEO Statement This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center