General Accountant 3 - Controllers Services - F/T - Days

University of California, Irvine • Anaheim, CA

3d

About The Position

Position Summary:
The Asset Accountant is responsible for the administrative and financial functions of Plant Accounting, the preparation of journal entries and other accounting records, analyze and interpret accounting data and make recommendations, perform internal audit of accounting systems and procedures, and provide advice and assistance to UCI Medical Center and Campus Staff.

Requirements

• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and knowledge of statutory accounting principles.
• Skill to interpret policies and/or financial standards and procedures that may be complex or incompletely stated.
• Skill in analyzing complex accounting, financial, and/or technical data and systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Access)
• Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
• Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
• Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment.
• Minimum three years of progressive experience in accounting
• Maintains a current working knowledge of Federal, State, University and industry regulations and accounting standards
• Knowledge of healthcare-related financial systems and/or related sub-systems
• High analytical proficiency, detail oriented, insightful, intuitive, persistent, makes people feel at ease, team player, adaptive, ethical, confident
• Extensive knowledge of financial statement and accounting report preparation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Demonstrated in-depth financial experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work without guidance, to prioritize a variety of critical responsibilities, to meet multiple conflicting deadlines and to produce quality results.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or an equivalent combination of accounting education and experience.
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
• Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of UCI policies and procedures
• Experience in an academic medical center environment
• CPA or MBA

Responsibilities

• Administrative and financial functions of Plant Accounting
• Preparation of journal entries and other accounting records
• Analyze and interpret accounting data and make recommendations
• Perform internal audit of accounting systems and procedures
• Provide advice and assistance to UCI Medical Center and Campus Staff

Benefits

• medical insurance
• sick and vacation time
• retirement savings plans
• access to a number of discounts and perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees