The University of Wisconsin-Stout (UW-Stout) is seeking applications for Accountant III. The Accountant III is the primary general ledger accountant for the university. The position performs complex accounting duties, prepares financial and statistical reports, and develops and documents controls for accounting systems to ensure the accurate recording and reporting of the university's financial transactions. May lead and be a resource for others in the department. This individual also develops and delivers recommendations for policies and processes and answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders.

Deadline to apply is Sunday June 2nd.

Anticipated Start Date: July 2024

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum / Required 

• 3+ years of related accounting experience. 
• Knowledge and experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Strong ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work independently with interruptions. 
• Detail oriented with a strong emphasis on accuracy. 
• Strong collaborator with excellent customer service skills. 
• Current experience using financial software and accounting systems. 
• Experience with query tools and reporting software.

Highly Desired/Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Governmental or Fund Accounting experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Primary accountant to lead and execute the development, organization, preparation, and updating of complex financial statements, journals, accounts, ledgers, and reports for various financial needs within the automated financial system to ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions. 
• Review journal entries for accuracy, proper funding string and account code combinations, and post to the general ledger. Coordinate corrective action if needed. 
• Review, develop and approve transaction processing through outside systems to be interfaced with the campus financial system. 
• Banking and cash management including daily check run, processing wire transactions, and reconciliation of bank accounts. 
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc financial reports, identify discrepancies, investigate, and recommend solutions as needed.  
• Create, maintain, and process quarterly and annual assessments and maintain queries used to generate these reports.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This is a full-time, annual appointment exempt from overtime. Hybrid work may be an option after a three-month review period and based on the needs of the department in accordance with UW-Stout Telecommuting Policy.

Minimum starting salary of $60,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  UW System provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, 35.5 days of paid time off per year, and ample sick leave, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees.

Apply at: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs

UW-Stout is an M/F/D/V employer. Employment contingent upon passing reference and criminal background checks.