Accountant - Dermatology

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah's Department of Dermatology seeks a detail-oriented Accountant for its Finance Team. This role involves managing purchases and travel reimbursements, ensuring compliance, and maintaining financial records. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and solid analytical skills, contributing to a vital healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 1 year related experience or equivalent required.
• Must have a thorough understanding of general ledger accounting practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary PCard holder for Dermatology.
• Provide travel support and process travel reimbursements.
• Maintain accurate and complete records in accordance with policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

Access databases

Job description

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Job Summary

The Department of Dermatology is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accountant as part of its Finance Team. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this position is responsible for most Dermatology purchases made with a University Purchasing Card (Pcard) as well as facilitating purchases through various other University procurement systems (UShop, ePR, etc.). In addition, the Administrative Officer is responsible for providing travel support and processing travel reimbursements through the Concur System. Other tasks include expense reimbursements, capital and non-capital asset tracking, contract review and routing, and clerical duties.

Job Summary

The Department of Dermatology is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accountant as part of its Finance Team. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this position is responsible for most Dermatology purchases made with a University Purchasing Card (Pcard) as well as facilitating purchases through various other University procurement systems (UShop, ePR, etc.). In addition, the Administrative Officer is responsible for providing travel support and processing travel reimbursements through the Concur System. Other tasks include expense reimbursements, capital and non-capital asset tracking, contract review and routing, and clerical duties.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary PCard holder for Dermatology. Purchase a variety of supplies, services, professional development, and other items.
• Oversees departmental purchasing card compliance and monthly cost reallocations.
• Facilitate purchases using alternate University procurement methods such as UShop and Electronic Payment Request (ePR).
• Review, analyze, and process purchase requisitions, contracts, and related documents.
• Determine the appropriate procurement method.
• Maintain accurate and complete records in accordance with University, funding source, and departmental policies. Prepare PCard records and necessary backup documentation.
• Answer ad hoc purchasing questions from Faculty and Staff and provide training related to proper procurement methods and procedures.
• Solve invoice issues and processes documents for payment.
• Reconcile and processes receiving reports, vendor invoices, and other procurement-related financial documents.
• Provide travel support and process travel reimbursements through the Concur System.
• Prepare standard procurement documents and justification for purchasing and travel.
• Review and process employee travel reimbursement requests in compliance with institutional policies and applicable regulations.
• Audit travel expense submissions for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation (e.g., receipts, justifications, approvals).
• Ensure timely and accurate entry of reimbursement data into financial systems or travel management platforms.
• Communicate with employees to resolve discrepancies, clarify policies, or obtain missing documentation.
• Assist with the interpretation and application of travel policies, per diem rates, mileage allowances, and allowable expenses.
• Maintain organized records of travel reimbursements for audit and reporting purposes.
• Coordinate with accounts payable or finance staff to ensure timely payment of approved reimbursements.
• Provide training or support to staff on travel reimbursement procedures and best practices.
• Maintain capital and non-capital asset tracking functions
• Provides training and guidance to other staff on financial issues, purchasing card compliance, travel, and other procedures to other staff.
• Perform related financial and administrative functions as needed.
  
  

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, plus one year related experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. A thorough understanding of general ledger accounting practices, cost analysis and accounting principles, as well as demonstrated analytical, problem solving, human relations and effective communication skills also required.

Knowledge of PeopleSoft or Access databases may be preferred in some areas.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN42188B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule Summary

Department: 01450 - Dermatology Clinical Group

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: 45,000 to 56,772

Close Date: 9/12/2025

Open Until Filled

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/183969

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Higher Education

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