Accountant I or II

UW School of Medicine and Public Health; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

UW School of Medicine and Public Health is seeking a full-time Accountant II in the Department of Radiology. The role manages financial transactions, reimbursements, payments, purchasing, and expense tracking as part of a growing finance team.

Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, monitoring budgets, and serving as the department's point of contact for financial inquiries. Strong detail orientation, organization, and customer-service focus are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of professional accounting experience including reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, and supporting documentation.
• Experience in an academic or healthcare setting preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel, Google Sheets, or Smartsheets for dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, prepares, and updates financial statements, monthly and year-end journal entries, accounts, ledgers, and reports in an automated system.
• Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments.
• Responds to internal and external inquiries per established policies and procedures.
• Provides budgets and projections based on existing data and policies.
• Assists with reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports.
• Develops and maintains automated financial systems, recommending controls for data integrity.
• Prepares and analyzes financial data, identifying discrepancies and recommending solutions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Customer service focus

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Smartsheets

Job description

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Job Category

Academic Staff

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Accountant II

Job Summary

The Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin - Madison School of Medicine & Public Health is seeking a full-time (100% FTE) Accountant. This position will be part of a growing finance team in the Department of Radiology and will provide financial management and transaction processing. This position has a large portfolio and is the main resource for Department activities relating to reimbursements, payments, purchasing and tracking of all expenses. The position serves as the first point of contact for Department faculty staff for advice, direction, training, and problem resolution relating to financial transactions and processes.

Additional Information

• The work schedule is between the hours of 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• While most work will be performed remotely, some tasks may require in person work at a designated campus location.
• Applicants for this position will be considered for the following titles listed in this posting: Accountant I or Accountant II. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
• Candidates who demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities in their cover letters will be given first consideration: 1) Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. 2) Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. 3) Effective communication skills with a customer service focus.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Organizes, prepares, and updates financial statements, monthly and year-end journal entries, accounts, ledgers, and reports for various financial needs within an automated financial system to ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions
• Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments
• Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures
• Provides and prepares budgets and projections based on existing data and established policies and procedures
• Assists with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports
• Develops and maintains automated financial systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity
• Prepares and analyzes financial data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements solutions as needed

Department

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Radiology

Join UW Radiology and UW Health—A Legacy of Innovation. The University of Wisconsin Department of Radiology, in partnership with UW Health, has been at the forefront of clinical care, imaging research, and education for nearly a century. Since its inception on May 18, 1927—when Dr. Ernst Pohle was appointed as the first professor of Radiology—the department has grown to more than 160 faculty members across 14 specialized sections, serving as a key pillar of UW Health’s world-class medical enterprise.

What Sets Us Apart

• Collaborative Excellence: Strong partnerships with UW Health, Medical Physics, and leading equipment vendors drive continuous advancements in imaging.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: We utilize state-of-the-art imaging in CT, MR, PET/CT, PET/MR, angiography, ultrasound, PACS, and AI-driven medical imaging.
• Robust Research Infrastructure: Dedicated support for grant writing, media specialists, research nurses, technologists, and data managers enhances investigative success.
• Premier Imaging Facilities: The WIMR Imaging Sciences Center offers 60,000 square feet of advanced imaging space, including MRI, PET/MRI, PET/CT, CT, ultrasound, angiography, cyclotron, radiopharmaceutical production and comprehensive small animal imaging technologies.

Together, UW Radiology and UW Health are committed to advancing human health through groundbreaking clinical care, pioneering research, and excellence in education. We foster a respectful, adaptive, and accountable environment—one that prioritizes innovation while serving the needs of all patients, including underserved populations.

Visit our official website to learn more about our work and opportunities.

Compensation

The starting salary for this position is a minimum of $62,000/year: but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage or SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026.

Required Qualifications

• At least 1 year of professional experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administrative processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, and maintaining supporting documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience working in an academic or healthcare setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or Smartsheets, including complex formulas and pivot tables to create financial dashboards.

Education

Associate's Degree Preferred; focus in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a similar field.

Contact Information

Jen Cole, HR Business Partner at [e-mail] or 608-890-3371

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