Accountant – Financial Reporting

Job Description

ACCOUNTANT | University of Alabama at Birmingham

The Tone:
This is an onsite, regular, day shift role within the University of Alabama at Birmingham, located in the vibrant Greater Birmingham, Alabama Area. The University of Alabama at Birmingham stands as a leading academic and medical center, deeply committed to excellence in education, groundbreaking research, and compassionate patient care. This Accountant role is fundamental to the institution’s financial integrity, playing a crucial part in maintaining accurate financial records, producing essential reports, and supporting the overall financial health of the university and its various departments through precise accounting functions.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Regular, Day Shift
• Location: In-person, Greater Birmingham, Alabama Area
• Pay: $43890–$45206 yearly
• Team: Financial Accounting department
• Mission: This role ensures financial accuracy and compliance by preparing reports, analyzing data, and managing financial transactions for internal and external stakeholders.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Produce Financial Reports: Take an active role in the accounting function by producing a variety of financial and statistical reports for both internal UAB purposes and external third-party agencies, ensuring accurate and consistent reporting.
• Analyze Financial Data: Conduct thorough analysis of financial data to identify and investigate material variances, contributing to a deeper understanding of financial performance and trends.
• Manage Financial Transactions: Precisely prepare period deposits, process billings, and manage the transfer of funds, ensuring all transactions are handled in a timely and accurate manner.
• Communicate Account Information: Serve as a key point of contact, communicating effectively with internal departmental users and external third-party agencies regarding applicable financial accounts and inquiries.
• Support Budget Operations: Play a supportive role in the budgeting process by accurately processing and inputting essential budget information, aiding in the overall financial planning of the university.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field is a mandatory requirement for this role, marking it as an early career opportunity. It is critical to note that work experience cannot be substituted for this educational prerequisite.
• Experience: While no specific number of years of experience is strictly required, candidates should possess a foundational understanding of accounting principles.
• Skills: Essential skills include proficiency in financial reporting and analysis, the ability to accurately gather and interpret financial data, meticulous processing of financial transactions, and clear, effective communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Bonus: Prior hands-on experience in an accounting role is highly valued, with a particular preference for candidates who have experience in grants accounting.