Financial Accounting Assistant (Hybrid) - Surgery

Washington University; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health insurance

Transit pass

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a Financial Accounting Assistant (Hybrid) on the Medical Campus in Saint Louis, MO. The role supports preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts in a collaborative office setting.

The position requires strong data reporting skills, familiarity with cost accounting systems, and GAAP-based practices. A bachelor’s degree and at least one year of financial experience are preferred, with hybrid work options and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• 1 year of financial work experience preferred.
• No specific certification/professional license required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in collection of data and reporting according to established organizational accounting procedures.
• Utilizes cost accounting systems and spreadsheets for financial reports and analyses.
• Prepares/ presents analyses of ongoing projects and financial projections.
• Verifies department accounting records, journals and postings.

Skills

Accounting

Budgeting Methods

Cost Accounting

Financial Modeling

GAAP

Spreadsheets

Financial Reports

Financial Software

Education

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Cost Accounting Software

Job description

Financial Accounting Assistant (Hybrid) - Surgery# Join us today## Financial Accounting Assistant (Hybrid) - SurgeryApply: Hybrid: Washington University Medical Campus: Full time: Posted Today: JR98536# **Location**SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110# **Scheduled Hours**40# **Position Summary**Assists in preparation of financial and budget reports, forecasts and annual reports.# **Job Description****Primary Duties & Responsibilities:*** Assists in collection of data and reporting according to established organizational accounting procedures.* Utilizes and reports data in organization cost accounting system, involving a variety of spread sheet and software applications.* Compiles financial, operating and special reports/ studies as directed.* Prepares/presents analyses of on going and proposed projects/studies, including costing and financial projection models.* Assists in development of short/long term strategic financial operational plans.* Verifies department accounting record entries, journals and postings.* Explains organizational policies/procedures to department accounting/finance staffs as required.* Acts as backup for department accounting/purchasing functions as necessary.* Performs other duties as assigned.**Working Conditions:** Job Location/Working Conditions* Normal office environment.Physical Effort* Typically sitting at desk or table.* Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement (PC Typing).Equipment* Office equipment.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.# **Required Qualifications****Education:**Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.**Certifications****/Professional Licenses****:**No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.**Work Experience:**Financial (1 Year)**Skills:**Not Applicable**Driver's License:**A driver's license is not required for this position.# **More About This Job**WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.# **Preferred Qualifications****Education:**No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Certifications****/Professional Licenses****:**No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Work Experience:**No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Skills:**Accounting, Budgeting Methods, Cost Accounting Systems, Financial Modeling, Financial Plan, Financial Practices, Financial Software, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Policies & Procedures, Preparation of Financial Reports, Spreadsheets, Statistical Methods# **Grade**G07-H# **Salary Range**$19.29 - $29.91 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.# **Questions**For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.# **Accommodation**If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.# **Pre-Employment Screening**All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.# **Benefits Statement**Personal* Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.* Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.* Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.* WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.Wellness* Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!Family* We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.* WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/# **EEO Statement**Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.