Accountant 2, Department of Accounting & Finance, College of Medicine

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accountant 2 to join their dynamic team in the College of Medicine. This role offers the opportunity to manage monthly fund reconciliations and collaborate closely with faculty on grant management and expense compliance. With a commitment to innovation and community impact, this position allows for a hybrid work schedule, ensuring flexibility for qualified candidates. Join a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and offers a robust benefits package, including comprehensive tuition remission and generous time-off policies. Make a difference in the academic community while advancing your career.

Benefits

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

Robust Retirement Plans

Generous Time-Off Policy

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• Two years of accounting-related work experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for monthly department fund reconciliation and procurement.
• Prepare financial statements and analyze complex financial data.
• Collaborate with faculty on expense compliance and controls.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Analysis

Variance Analysis

Internal Auditing

Budget Management

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Relevant Work Experience

Tools

SAP Financial Software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Accountant 2, Department of Accounting & Finance, College of Medicine

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals $2 billion.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.

Job Overview

The Department of Accounting and Finance, College of Medicine is seeking to hire an Accountant 2. This position will be responsible for monthly department fund reconciliation, procurement and entering contracts into PACE system as needed. Also, this position will be responsible for post award grant management, monthly reconciliation of expense reports, collaborating with faculty to manage effort allocation, expense compliance and controls, and award progress.

This position will offer flexibility for a hybrid remote schedule for applicants with a residence within OH/IN/KY once training is complete. Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies.

Essential Functions

• Maintain account journals and prepare financial statements. Maintain, analyze and reconcile ledgers/funs.


• Monitor and interpret financial data in the development of cost/budget analysis and reports.


• Prepare complex variance analysis of budget vs. actual.


• Perform internal auditing or financial records.


• Ensure completeness and compliance with university, local, state and federal requirements and standard accounting and audit procedures including all compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.


• Analyze complex financial and operating data and prepare management reports, financial statements, and projections.


• Prepare, review and post accounting documents.


• Recommend accounting and control systems.


• Oversee inventory control.


• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree must be in Accounting or related field.


• Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Two (2) years of accounting related work experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Fund accounting experience.


• SAP financial software experience.


• Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook), Internet and web-based systems.


• Ability to interact comfortably and confidently with both internal and external customers. Ability to initiate objectives with minimal supervision.


• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating reports. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
  

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 10-14% of your salary.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience


• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)


• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs


• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page athttps://www.uc.edu/careers.html

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here:https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources [e-mail].

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Accountant 2, Department of Accounting & Finance, College of Medicine

Date:

Apr 10, 2025

Location:

Cincinnati, OH, US

Facility:

Main Campus

Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati



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