Accountant II

Position Description:

We're looking for those individuals-the creative thinkers and innovation seekers-who are content with nothing short of changing the world. Discover the endless opportunities within the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and be inspired by the work we can do together to improve health, and make a positive, daily impact in our communities. In the role of an Accountant II you will be working in our Finance and Administration Department.

Purpose

To perform accurate and timely revenue recognition related to affiliate and clinical contracts, including issuance of customer invoices and accounting duties required to establish, monitor, and record the related receivables, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and established policies and procedures.

Primary Functions

1. Assist with the evaluation of new, existing, and amended contracts for proper revenue recognition under generally accepted accounting principles and internal policies and procedures. Work collaboratively with others to gather information and to interpret and thoroughly understand affiliate contractual agreements.
2. Perform assigned duties related to the month-end and year-end financial statement closing and audit including, but not limited to, accrual preparation, mass allocations, and month end financial statement analysis. Analyze budget to actual variances to ensure adherence to contractual agreements. Prepare accurate financial reporting related to affiliate and clinical contractual revenue recognition.
3. Prepare and deliver invoices, using Oracle, to affiliate and clinical customers in accordance with contractual agreements.
4. Build strong working relationships with counterparts at primary affiliate organizations.
5. Monitor the open and aging receivables and work to resolve collection issues in a timely manner. Properly communicate and/or escalate collection issues that are not resolved sufficiently in a timely manner.
6. Reconcile invoices issued to accounting ledgers. Identify discrepancies and work with departments to resolve.
7. Maintain and update customer billing information, instructions, and requirements necessary to accurately process invoices and obtain collections. Create new customers in Oracle, as necessary.
8. Review and approve Funding Reallocation forms for affiliate and clinical contractual accounts.
9. Assist in the testing of financials systems related to affiliate and clinical receivables.
10. All work will be performed in an independent manner and in compliance with departmental quality standards for timeliness, accuracy, presentation format and the creation or maintenance of related policies and procedures.
11. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Solid communication skills and the ability to listen critically and interact with individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization.
• Solid technology skills, including Excel, Word, automated accounting software, business intelligence cubes and related report writing tools is required.
• Solid critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills and the ability to work independently to assess available information, draw conclusions and understandings, and present such conclusions effectively to other parties.
• Solid organization skills and the ability to prioritize and stay focused on assigned priorities, work independently to meet internal and external deadlines and produce a consistently high-quality product.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute in a team environment and provide customer service in a decentralized organization.
• Demonstrated ability to show initiative, exercise judgment and adapt to change.

Preferred Schedule:



M-F, 8a-5p

Position Requirements:

Specifications

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree

Minimum Required Experience: 2 years

Preferred Experience: Accounting experience with financial reporting and monthly close responsibilities

Field: Accounting

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

For a full list of positions see: www.mcw.edu/careers

For a brief overview of our benefits see: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits

At MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring - Collaborative - Curiosity - Inclusive - Integrity - Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives through merit-based processes and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination


The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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