Accountant-Bock Labs | University of Wisconsin Madison - Military Veterans

Job Summary: The Bock Laboratories is currently seeking an Accountant to assist with the finances for the Institute for Molecular Virology and the Center for Quantitative Cell Imaging. This position will be responsible for managing the day to day financial activities such as Shop-UW approvals, P-card site manager, E-Reimbursements, reconciling center accounts, preparing invoices and preparing financial reports to the Administrative Associate Director. This position will also assist the Biophysics Graduate Program and Cellular and Molecular Biology Graduate Program with financial reports and tracking. Responsibilities: Performs general accounting duties following generally accepted accounting principles and procedures. Prepares financial reports and assists with budgeting. Ensures the accurate recording and reporting of the business unit's financial transactions. 15% 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 15% Prepares and analyzes financial data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements basic solutions as needed 15% Assists with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports 15% Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures 10% Assists in preparing budgets and financial projections 30% Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business or related field Qualifications: One year experience performing accounting duties highly preferred. Advanced skills in Excel preferred. Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $55,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional Information: A successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position. How to Apply: To be considered, applications must be submitted online. Please check on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. You will be required to upload a cover letter and resume. Your resume and cover letter should include all relevant education and/or work experience as it relates to this position. Contact: Kelly Moran kelly.moran@wisc.edu 608-235-1519 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Accountant I(FN001) Department(s): A34-OVCR/CTR QUANT CELL IMAGING Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 303343-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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