Accountant II - Texas Behavioral Health Center

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan (day one)

100% preventive care coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs TRS

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

PSLF Qualified Employer

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a professional accountant to join the Texas Behavioral Health Center project. Under general supervision, you will establish and maintain controls and records of financial transactions.

Responsibilities include verifying ledgers, preparing data and reports, assisting in procedures, and possibly supervising junior staff. The role offers competitive benefits and the chance to impact state-funded behavioral health care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; or an Associate's Degree with 4 years of experience; or a High School Diploma with 6 years of experience.
• 2 years professional accounting or auditing with Bachelor's; or 4 years with Associate; or 6 years with HS.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and word processing; strong mathematical reasoning.

Responsibilities

• Verify postings in ledgers and journals for accuracy.
• Verify accuracy of accounting ledgers and resolve discrepancies.
• Compile data and prepare spreadsheets for financial activities.
• Furnish data for general ledger accounts and reconcile salary reports.
• Assist in development and implementation of new or revised accounting procedures.
• May prepare monthly, quarterly and/or annual reports.
• May approve expenditures and journal vouchers.
• Provide supervision to Accounting Clerk or Accountant I positions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

Texas Behavioral Health Center

The Texas Behavioral Health Center is a newly completed state-funded psychiatric hospital opening in Dallas' Southwestern Medical District that is owned by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and operated by UT Southwestern Medical Center.

When fully operational, the 505,000-square-foot facility will house 292 beds - 200 for adult patients and 92 for children and adolescents. As DFW's first state-funded behavioral health hospital, it is designed to deliver state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in a modern and healing environment. The center provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment and features private patient rooms, abundant access to natural light and nature, and thoughtfully designed spaces that promote recovery. The hospital will also provide training to all behavioral health disciplines.

As employees of UT Southwestern, team members will join a world-class academic medical center committed to patient-centered care, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing patients for successful reintegration into their families and communities. With competitive benefits and a mission-driven culture, Texas Behavioral Health Center offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on mental health care in North Texas.

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where youll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

Works under general supervision to provide professional and experienced accounting work, which involves establishing and maintaining controls and records of materials and financial transactions.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• 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

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Bachelor's Degree or
  Associate's Degree or
  High School Diploma
  

• Experience
  2 years Professional experience in governmental and/or commercial accounting or auditing with Bachelor's Degree, or
  4 years Professional experience in governmental and/or commercial accounting or auditing with Associate's Degree, or
  6 years Experience in governmental and/or commercial accounting or auditing with High School Diploma
  

JOB DUTIES

• Verifies postings in ledgers and journals for accuracy and compliance with prescribed accounting procedures.
• Verifies accuracy of accounting ledgers and resolves discrepancies.
• Compiles data and prepares spreadsheets related to various financial activities.
• Furnishes data for general ledger accounts for correctness of income and/or expenses and for maintenance of adequate balances; reconciles monthly and annual salary reports.
• Assists in development and implementation of new or revised accounting and operational procedures.
• May compile and prepare monthly, quarterly and/or annual reports as required.
• May prepare and/or approve various on-line expenditures, journal vouchers, etc.
• May provide working supervision to Accounting Clerk and/or Accountant I positions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires ability to apply mathematical reasoning to analyze data and identify discrepancies in financial accounts.
• Work requires ability to exercise considerable judgment in interpretation of policy and application of accounting procedures and practices to work problems.
• Work requires knowledge of spreadsheets and word-processing software.
• Work requires skill in using ten key by touch.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Conditions

• Office Setting

Salary Information

Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

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.