Accountant I
Position Is Open Until Filled


Code: 19006 Posted: 10/31/2022

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a dynamic learning community grounded in academic excellence and focused on student success, diversity, inclusion, and community engagement. One of 13 four-year institutions within the University of Wisconsin System, Parkside provides an educational value to our students that’s unparalleled. An affordable, high-quality education is an investment in one’s future, and we believe the cost of an education should not prevent any student from achieving his or her educational and professional goals. The university is the proud recipient of the 2022 AASCU Excellence & Innovation Award for Student Success and College Completion from The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), a testament to years of strategic efforts.

 

Department Description

Business Services and the Controller's Office's mission is to support the educational mission of the University of Wisconsin Parkside by providing superior financial and customer service to the University community. 

Business Services and the Controller's Office is responsible for assuring the financial integrity of University of Wisconsin Parkside through development and implementation of policies and procedures, transactional analysis and review, internal and external reporting and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

This is a place where engaged learning happens. We are an institution that values diversity and lives out our values through our various community and business partnerships. 

UW-Parkside is a great place to start or enhance your career. The campus is nestled in 700 acres of woodland and prairie and two miles west of Lake Michigan in Kenosha, WI. At Parkside we offer competitive pay and benefits, as well an engaging and supportive work environment. Parkside is a community that’s easy to call home. Find out why.

 

Position Title: Accountant I (COST Representative)

Employment Type: Full time, Academic Staff, Salaried

Reports To: The Accountant I will report to the Financial Manager and Controller.

Pay Range: Starting at $51,000 annualized

 

UW-Parkside is seeking a skilled Accountant in the office of Business Services. As a Business Services team member, this position performs general accounting duties following generally accepted accounting principles and procedures. A wide range of job duties includes preparing and reconciling financial transactions; recommending controls and process improvements; troubleshooting advanced financial errors; maintaining financial records and providing customer service to staff and customers in an assigned program area to support financial management. 


Essential Job Functions

This position requires the ability to work independently, and as part of a team and to exercise sound judgment and discretion, in applying and interpreting UW financial policies and procedures. 

  • Organizes, prepares, and updates basic 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 analyzes financial data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements basic solutions as needed
  • Serve as a unit liaison to leadership providing financial advice, recommendations, and financial status updates.
  • Assists with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports
  • Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures
  • Assists in preparing budgets and financial projections
  • Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
  • 1-3 years of experience in the accounting field
Salary and Benefits

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

 

The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan. 

Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/summaries/fasl.pdf

Total Compensation Estimator:https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/totalcomp/

Application Process

HOW TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically through our employment portal. If you need additional assistance you may contact Human Resources at (262) 595-2204. Hours 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.

STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:

External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

STEP 2: Submit application materials

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. All materials must be added at one time, once submitted you may not edit/add to profile. Please include the following documents:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume

Review of Applications

Applications received by November 11th, 2022 are ensured full consideration. Position is open until filled.  

You must select "SUBMIT". Selecting "Save" will not forward your application materials to the search committee. 

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials.

In instances where the Review Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether she/he meets all of the required qualifications, or if all of the application materials are not submitted, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications and may be excluded from further consideration.


Contact

Amanda Joncas
(262)595-2910
joncas@uwp.edu
Available Until: 01/10/2023

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