Accountant II

University of Wisconsin Stout • Superior, WI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs advanced accounting duties following generally accepted accounting principles and procedures. Prepares and reviews financial reports and assists with budgeting. Ensures the accurate recording and reporting of the business unit's financial transactions. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide accounting services and financial support to the campus, working under the direction of the Controller and providing support to the Budget Accountant as needed. The individual in this position will serve as the first point of contact for departments and grant recipients to answer questions and to review financial information. They will provide financial guidance in accordance with federal, state, university, and sponsor regulations. This role requires a collaborative work style, interacting daily with the Business Services staff and campus departments, while also demanding self-motivation and independent task management.

Requirements

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc. ), with basic to intermediate skill levels expected.
• Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Exceptional customer service.
• Must meet one of the following: 1.) Associate’s degree in accounting, bookkeeping, or related field plus three years of relevant work experience 2.) Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field earned by May 31, 2026
• Candidates must be independently, legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain their work authorization without the support or help of UW-Superior throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Familiarity with Workday
• Experience with grant management

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments
• Prepares and analyzes financial data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements solutions as needed
• Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures
• Complete required trainings and professional development as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• generous paid time off
• competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance
• tax-advantaged savings accounts
• participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund

What This Job Offers

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