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Current employees: if you are currently employed at any of the universities of wisconsin, log in to workday to apply through the internal application process.
Job category:
Academic Staff
Employment type:
Regular
Job profile:
Accountant II
Job duties:
The Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin - Madison School of Medicine & Public Health is seeking a full-time (100% FTE) Accountant. This position will be part of a growing finance team in the Department of Radiology and will provide financial management and transaction processing. This position has a large portfolio and is the main resource for Department activities relating to reimbursements, payments, purchasing and tracking of all expenses. The position serves as the first point of contact for Department faculty staff for advice, direction, training, and problem resolution relating to financial transactions and processes.
The work schedule is flexible and will be determined at the time of hire.
While most work will be performed remotely, some tasks may require in person work at a designated campus location.
Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. (Accountant I or Accountant II) The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
SMPH is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.
Key job responsibilities:
Prepares and analyzes financial data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements solutions as needed
Organizes, prepares, and updates financial statements, monthly and year-end journal entries, accounts, ledgers, and reports for various financial needs within an automated financial system to ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions
Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments
Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures
Provides and prepares budgets and projections based on existing data and established policies and procedures
Assists with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports
Develops and maintains automated financial systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity
Department:
School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Radiology
Join UW Radiology and UW Health—A Legacy of Innovation
The University of Wisconsin Department of Radiology, in partnership with UW Health, has been at the forefront of clinical care, imaging research, and education for nearly a century. Since its inception on May 18, 1927—when Dr. Ernst Pohle was appointed as the first professor of Radiology—the department has grown to more than 160 faculty members across 14 specialized sections, serving as a key pillar of UW Health’s world-class medical enterprise.
What Sets Us Apart
Collaborative Excellence: Strong partnerships with UW Health, Medical Physics, and leading equipment vendors drive continuous advancements in imaging.
Cutting-Edge Technology: We utilize state-of-the-art imaging in CT, MR, PET/CT, PET/MR, angiography, ultrasound, PACS, and AI-driven medical imaging.
Robust Research Infrastructure: Dedicated support for grant writing, media specialists, research nurses, technologists, and data managers enhances investigative success.
Premier Imaging Facilities: The WIMR Imaging Sciences Center offers 60,000 square feet of advanced imaging space, including MRI, PET/MRI, PET/CT, CT, ultrasound, angiography, cyclotron, radiopharmaceutical production and comprehensive small animal imaging technologies.
Together, UW Radiology and UW Health are committed to advancing human health through groundbreaking clinical care, pioneering research, and excellence in education. We foster a respectful, adaptive, and accountable environment—one that prioritizes innovation while serving the needs of all patients, including underserved populations.
Visit our official website to learn more about our work and opportunities.
Compensation:
The starting salary for this position is a minimum of $59,000/year: but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Required qualifications:
Experience with reimbursement processes, including gathering and organizing supporting documentation.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience working in a higher education setting.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Excellent organizational and time managment skills, with a prove ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Effective communication skills and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Education:
Associate's Degree Preferred; focus in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a similar field.
How to apply:
To apply for this position, please click on the "I am a current employee" button or "I am not a current employee" button under Apply Now. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience. In your cover letter, please address how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position.
You will also be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor during the interview process. References will not be contacted without prior notice.
Contact information:
Jen Cole, HR Business Partner at [email protected] or 608-XXXXXX
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Institutional statement on diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you.
Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including ****** violence and ****** harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.
Current employees: if you are currently employed at any of the universities of wisconsin, log in to workday to apply through the internal application process.
Job category:
Academic Staff
Employment type:
Regular
Job profile:
Accountant II
Job duties:
The Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin - Madison School of Medicine & Public Health is seeking a full-time (100% FTE) Accountant. This position will be part of a growing finance team in the Department of Radiology and will provide financial management and transaction processing. This position has a large portfolio and is the main resource for Department activities relating to reimbursements, payments, purchasing and tracking of all expenses. The position serves as the first point of contact for Department faculty staff for advice, direction, training, and problem resolution relating to financial transactions and processes.
The work schedule is flexible and will be determined at the time of hire.
While most work will be performed remotely, some tasks may require in person work at a designated campus location.
Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. (Accountant I or Accountant II) The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
SMPH is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.
Key job responsibilities:
Prepares and analyzes financial data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements solutions as needed
Organizes, prepares, and updates financial statements, monthly and year-end journal entries, accounts, ledgers, and reports for various financial needs within an automated financial system to ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions
Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments
Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures
Provides and prepares budgets and projections based on existing data and established policies and procedures
Assists with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports
Develops and maintains automated financial systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity
Department:
School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Radiology
Join UW Radiology and UW Health—A Legacy of Innovation
The University of Wisconsin Department of Radiology, in partnership with UW Health, has been at the forefront of clinical care, imaging research, and education for nearly a century. Since its inception on May 18, 1927—when Dr. Ernst Pohle was appointed as the first professor of Radiology—the department has grown to more than 160 faculty members across 14 specialized sections, serving as a key pillar of UW Health’s world-class medical enterprise.
What Sets Us Apart
Collaborative Excellence: Strong partnerships with UW Health, Medical Physics, and leading equipment vendors drive continuous advancements in imaging.
Cutting-Edge Technology: We utilize state-of-the-art imaging in CT, MR, PET/CT, PET/MR, angiography, ultrasound, PACS, and AI-driven medical imaging.
Robust Research Infrastructure: Dedicated support for grant writing, media specialists, research nurses, technologists, and data managers enhances investigative success.
Premier Imaging Facilities: The WIMR Imaging Sciences Center offers 60,000 square feet of advanced imaging space, including MRI, PET/MRI, PET/CT, CT, ultrasound, angiography, cyclotron, radiopharmaceutical production and comprehensive small animal imaging technologies.
Together, UW Radiology and UW Health are committed to advancing human health through groundbreaking clinical care, pioneering research, and excellence in education. We foster a respectful, adaptive, and accountable environment—one that prioritizes innovation while serving the needs of all patients, including underserved populations.
Visit our official website to learn more about our work and opportunities.
Compensation:
The starting salary for this position is a minimum of $59,000/year: but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Required qualifications:
Experience with reimbursement processes, including gathering and organizing supporting documentation.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience working in a higher education setting.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Excellent organizational and time managment skills, with a prove ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Effective communication skills and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Education:
Associate's Degree Preferred; focus in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a similar field.
How to apply:
To apply for this position, please click on the "I am a current employee" button or "I am not a current employee" button under Apply Now. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience. In your cover letter, please address how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position.
You will also be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor during the interview process. References will not be contacted without prior notice.
Contact information:
Jen Cole, HR Business Partner at [email protected] or 608-XXXXXX
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Institutional statement on diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you.
Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including ****** violence and ****** harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.
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