Accountant II

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:	UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location	Omaha, NE
Requisition Number:	Staff_13713
Department	Affiliate & CU Accounting 50001232
Business Unit	Business & Finance
Reg-Temp	Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Remote/Telecommuting	Hybrid (part-time working on site, part-time working off-site)
Position Summary	Execute a variety of accounting tasks and services in the preparation of the financial statements and financial audits for UNMC’s affiliate entities. Additionally, the role will participate in complex general accounting projects and assist the Manager of Affiliate & Component Unit Accounting in directing the financial accounting functions. These functions include establishing and maintaining ledgers, accounting principles, practices, internal controls, procedures, and adoption of new GASBs.
Position Details	Additional Information
Posting Category	Operations
Working Title	Accountant II
Job Title	Accountant L2
Salary Grade	AB22S
Appointment Type	B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY
Salary Range	$57,900 - $86,900/annual
Job Requisition Begin Date	02/21/2025
Application Review Date	03/02/2025
Review Date Information:	Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education:	Bachelor's degree
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)	Business related field (Will consider additional related post high school education in lieu of required experience)
Required Experience	2 years
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:	Progressively responsible experience in financial management. (Will consider additional related post high school education in lieu of required experience)
Required License	No
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?	N/A
Required Computer Applications:	Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
Required Other Computer Applications:	N/A
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:	• Demonstrated leadership experience in accounting. • Knowledge of basic accounting principles, including GAAP. • Experience with general ledger entries and the month-end/year-end close process. • Ability to identify and prioritize tasks, to carry out assignments from start to finish, to make independent judgments, and to function with minimal supervision. • Ability to present technical information and training to all levels of UNMC community. • Effective communication skills to work with external auditors, internal management, staff and leadership. • High level of accuracy and attention to detail. • Ability to read, interpret and explain GAAP, GASB, SAS, COSO, State regulations, Uniform Guidance, policies and procedures.
Preferred Education:	Master's degree
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:	Concentration in Accounting
Preferred Experience:	Financial Auditing experience with CPA firm or Government Agency.
Preferred License:	Yes
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:	Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
Preferred Computer Applications:
Preferred Other Computer Applications:	Quickbooks; SAP
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:	Commitment to quality improvement, continuous learning, and cultural competence. Ability to counsel superiors regarding alternative courses of action. Strong analytical, written and oral communication skills, accurate decision-making, and ability to perform calmly within limited time frames. Experience with creating financial statements.
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EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Business related field?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have progressively responsible experience in financial management?
- Yes
- No
* If you do have progressively responsible experience in financial management, please elaborate (if No, indicate NA).
(Open Ended Question)
* Are you proficient in Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint?
- Yes
- No
* How did you hear about this position?
- Careerlink
- Employee Referral
- HERC
- Indeed
- Job Fair
- Lincoln Journal Star
- Linkedin
- Omaha World Herald
- UNMC Job Site
- Facebook
- NEWorks
- Handshake
- Other
* If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.
(Open Ended Question)
* Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
- Yes
- No