Accountant

Overview As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA This position maintains and reconciles ledgers and accounts according to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The incumbent prepares and analyzes financial information, reports and financial statements based upon derived statistics and analysis performed. Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes. Responsibilities Essential Functions Prepares and assesses budget, revenue, expense, payroll and journal entries, and other accounting documents. Analyzes and monitors budgets and expenditures for compliance with fiscal accountability and reporting requirements. Analyzes and forecasts revenue and expenditure trends. Reconciles balance sheets, cash, general ledger, payroll accounts and supporting journal entries. Develops accounting systems and documents to support the input and handling of financial data and reports. Interacts with internal and external auditors and participates in auditing projects. May supervise or train lower level accounting staff. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Demonstrated spreadsheet and database skills. Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, human relations and effective communication skills. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, a related field, or the equivalency. One year of related accounting experience. Thorough understanding of general ledger accounting practices. Qualifications (Preferred) Preferred Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certification. Knowledge of PeopleSoft or other applications. Working Conditions and Physical Demands This is a sedentary position that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Physical Requirements Sitting Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed EEO Statement University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of 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 patient populations. All qualified individuals are 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. University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Aff… . The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. Requisition Number 86240 Reg/Temp Regular Employment Type Full-Time Shift Day Work Schedule 8-5 Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Non-Clinical Location Name Business Services Building Workplace Set Up Hybrid City SALT LAKE CITY State UT Department COR ISC 10W ACCTING OFFICE Category Finance/Accounting Workplace Set Up Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr Utah