Accountant II

Position Description:

Every great life-changing discovery begins the same way-with new knowledge. It can change everything, from a single life to the future of entire communities. That's why academic medicine, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, is at the center of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). In the role of Accountant II you will be working in Finance and Administration.

Purpose

To perform functions in the Controller's Office that focus on daily accounting, month-end close, the preparation of financial statements, audit schedules, analyses and reconciliations, sponsored programs grant management activities and special project work related to the transition to a new ERP system.

Primary Functions

• Assist in preparation of monthly financial statements and supporting schedules, including analysis of variances from budget and the prior year balances.
• Provide assistance with the annual audit process. Duties include preparation of certain audit workpapers, including the trial balance, financial statements, closing entries, and confirmations for the consolidated MCW audit.
• Prepare financial surveys, settlements, and other financial reporting and accounting duties timely and accurately, as assigned.
• Prepare required external grant financial reports according to agency guidelines on a timely and accurate basis for supervisor review and approval, including both monthly invoicing to sponsoring agencies and financial status reports as required.
• Participate in activities related to the semi-annual time and effort reporting process in accordance with OMB 2 CFR Part 200.
• Participate in special project work that supports the transition to a new ERP including account closures, reconciling item resolution, asset tagging, asset capitalization, receivables collection or other activities across the Controller's Office
• Be knowledgeable with financial accounting systems that support the financial reporting and accounting functions and related financial operations.
• Provide timely service that meets and exceeds the expectations of other MCW departments in the areas of general policy communication, journal entry preparation, and financial statement and audit distribution.
• Duties are to be performed in compliance with departmental quality standards for timeliness, accuracy, workpaper presentation and referencing, supporting documentation and the creation or maintenance of related policies and procedures. Role requires a continuous focus on improvement and active participation in process enhancement teams.
• Complete assigned balance sheet reconciliations accurately and timely. Assist with timely investigation and resolution of any variances identified.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and the ability to apply such knowledge to accounting and financial reporting activities, including the preparation of audit footnotes.
• Solid technology skills, including Excel, Word, automated accounting software, business intelligence cubes and related report writing tools is required.
• Solid critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills and the ability to work independently to assess available information, draw conclusions and understandings, and present such conclusions effectively to management.
• Solid organization skills and the ability to prioritize and stay focused on assigned priorities, work to meet internal and external deadlines and produce a consistently high-quality product.
• Solid communication skills and the ability to listen critically and interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to a team environment and provide customer service in a decentralized organization.
• Demonstrated ability to show initiative and exercise judgment.

Preferred Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Position Requirements:

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's Degree - Accounting Major

Minimum Required Experience: 2 years of experience in a complex, automated accounting environment with duties in the areas of financial analysis, financial statement preparation, complex spreadsheet preparation, account reconciliation and journal entries.

Preferred Experience: Public accounting strongly preferred.

Field: Accounting

Certification: CPA or CPA candidate preferred.

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

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Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine. MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community. For more information, please visit our institutional website at .

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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