Accountant

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Madison, WI, USA
Base: $70,000 up to $100,000; bonus/equity: not sp...
Hybrid (minimum 3 days onsite, with some remote work)
2 years work experience in accounting
Advanced proficiency in microsoft excel
Experience in highly regulated environment
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking an Accountant III to perform complex accounting duties, manage budgets, and prepare financial reports within its Institute for Clinical and Translational Research. The role emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and adherence to financial regulations, with a focus on providing support for grant management and internal financial processes

Job Summary

  • This position supports the fiscal and grants management team within the Institute for Clinical & Translational Research at UW-Madison.
  • The role involves managing complex research administration infrastructure including pre and post award activities, purchasing, and compliance.
  • Employees receive generous vacation, holidays, sick leave, competitive insurances, savings accounts, and retirement benefits.

Matching Summary

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The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking an Accountant III to perform complex accounting duties, manage budgets, and prepare financial reports within its Institute for Clinical and Translational Research. The role emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and adherence to financial regulations, with a focus on providing support for grant management and internal financial processes.

Salary

Base: $70,000 up to $100,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Generous vacation, holidays, sick leave, competitive insurances, savings accounts, retirement benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 2 years work experience in accounting
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Experience in highly regulated environment
  • Complex budgeting and financial reporting

Nice-to-have

  • Post-award management of grants
  • Experience with Workday system
  • Highly collaborative service orientation
  • Detail-oriented in fast-paced environment

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of accounting or financial management experience
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • US citizenship or permanent resident status required
  • No visa sponsorship available

Work Rights

Must be US citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, or authorized without sponsorship

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