The University of Iowa's Professional and Scientific Job Line

ACCOUNTANT

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Family Medicine

Salary: $32,157.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 11/26/2009

Job Duties:
Coordinate and control account activity with account sources, control balance, review account statements and transaction and correct entries when necessary. This would include initiation and review of requisitions, purchase orders, non PO vouchers, on-line cvs and routing of appropriate paperwork through the workflow process.

Assist departmental research group with preparation of grant budgets and monitoring of same.

Provide first review of all UIHC financial reports and preliminary analysis.

Prepare meaningful financial reports monthly, quarterly and annually.

Assist in the annual budget preparation and year-end closing process.

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks(criminal history, child/dependent adult sexual abuse) will be conducted on final candidates for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics. Background checks may also be conducted for other positions.

ACCOUNTANT(ACCOUNTANT)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Internal Medicine

Salary: $32,157.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 12/02/2009

Job Duties:
Assist in the management and exercise accounting control of Internal Medicineapos;s non-grant accounts.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Business Office

Salary: $37,624.00 to Commensurate

Advertising Ends On: 11/23/2009

Job Duties:
The Grant Accounting department is seeking a qualified individual to be a part of their grant financial management team. Major responsibilities will include:

Manage a subset of sponsored project awards assuring compliance with grant agency rules and regulations.
Review award documents; Determine requirements and special restrictions; Initiate appropriate follow up; Complete set up in appropriate systems.
Perform periodic reviews to ensure compliance with award terms in accordance with University policies and state and federal regulations.
Prepare and submit financial and material reports and supporting documentation for University and granting agencies.
Oversee invoicing and accounts receivable.
Oversee approval of incoming invoices for payment.
Provide expertise to principal investigators, departmental administrators and central administrative staff.
Review transactions for accuracy, classification and appropriateness and resolve discrepancies with departments and sponsors.
Initiate journal entries.
Provide backup to other members of team responsible for Federal awards.
Correspond and maintain contact with granting agencies and sponsors and with the various administrative support offices.
As needed, participate on special projects or subgroups to address specific issues or improve processes.

Performance Expectations
Demonstrate respect for all members of the University community in the course of performing one's duties and in response to administrators, supervisors, coworkers, and customers.
Welcome the richness of talents from a diverse workforce and recognizes that diversity brings stimulation, challenge, and energy that contribute to a productive and effective workplace.
Represent the interests of the University and of unit leadership in the use of resources to meet service and productivity demands within unit goals and budgets; strive to promote continual process and quality improvement.
Seek opportunities to enhance one's own professional knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to one's current position and/or prepare for potential future roles and overall career development.