5+ years of related experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory role
CPA certification strongly preferred
Experience in health care or not-for-profit accounting
Ability to understand general ledger and subledger systems
Responsibilities
Manage monthly financial statement preparation and journal entries
Train employees on accounting software and procedures
Supervise staff and oversee work assignments
Prepare working papers and other documentation for audits and regulatory reporting
Ensure timely reconciliation of balance sheet accounts
Conduct detailed variance analysis of account transactions
Support SWHR officers directly
Benefits
Professional development opportunities
Engagement in trends and practices updates in accounting and health care administration
Flexible work environment in a reputable institution
Full Job Description
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information
Salary
Salary Negotiable
Experience and Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field and 5 years' progressively responsible, related experience to include at least three (3) years in supervisory capacity. CPA strongly preferred. Health care or not-for-profit accounting required.
Job Duties
Manages the preparation of the monthly financial statements through the preparation of journal entries, variance analysis and other month end close responsibilities in accordance with GAAP.
Understands the various subledger systems that interface with the general ledger. Trains employees on procedures related to computer system use. Participates in professional development activities to keep current with trends and practices in accounting, payroll, tax, process improvement, and health care administration.
Supervises staff responsible for assigned entities including developing plans, priorities and work assignments.
Manages the preparation of working papers, schedules, and other supporting documents for monthly close, budgets, external audit, tax reporting and other regulatory reporting.
Manages the timely preparation of reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
Provides detailed variance analysis, demonstrating judgment and the cause and effect of account transactions and reconciliations.
Provides direct support to the SWHR officers.
Able to carry out responsibilities without direct supervision and is able to coordinate with others as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
About University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UT Southwestern) is a public academic health science center in Dallas, Texas. With approximately 14,400 employees and an operating budget of nearly $2.8 billion, UT Southwestern is one of six medical schools in the UT System. UT Southwestern is one of the leading medical research institutions in the world, with a focus on biomedical research, clinical care, and education. The institution is home to six Nobel laureates, 22 members of the National Academy of Sciences, and 19 members of the National Academy of Medicine. UT Southwestern is also affiliated with Parkland Memorial Hospital, one of the largest public hospitals in the United States.
