Accountant I or II

University of Wisconsin Madison • Madison, WI

37d • $60,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Radiology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Medicine and Public Health is seeking a full-time (100% FTE) Accountant I or II to join its growing finance team. This position provides comprehensive financial management and transaction processing for a large portfolio of departmental activities, including reimbursements, payments, purchasing, and expense tracking. As the primary resource for Department faculty staff, the Accountant I or II serves as the first point of contact for financial guidance, training, and problem resolution. Advanced Excel skills are preferred for success in this role, including the ability to build and interpret formulas, functions, and pivot tables to support financial analysis and reporting. The ideal candidate will be highly detail-oriented and experienced in expense reimbursements, processing transactions, and navigating systems. This role also involves compliance monitoring across a diverse set of funding sources and evolving institutional policies, with regular collaboration across campus and with external stakeholders. The work schedule is flexible and will be determined at the time of hire. While most work will be performed remotely, some tasks may require in person work at a designated campus location. Applicants for this position will be considered for the following titles listed in this posting: Accountant I or Accountant II. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.

Requirements

• At least 1 year experience in a role involving financial processes, such as expense reimbursements, accounts payable, or similar transactional work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a higher education setting.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and analyzes financial data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements solutions as needed
• Organizes, prepares, and updates 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/or approves financial transactions and payments
• Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures
• Provides and prepares budgets and projections based on existing data and established policies and procedures
• Assists with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports
• Develops and maintains automated financial systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity

Benefits

• Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree