Accountant 2 - Department of Neurosurgery - req# 34798

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Accountant 2

Requisition IDreq34798
Working TitleAccountant 2 - Department of Neurosurgery
Position Grade12
Position Summary

The Department of Neurosurgery seeks a highly motivated individual to join our team as an Accountant 2. This position requires a detail-oriented individual who will act as the lead for the department's clinical and unrestricted fiscal operations and budgetary process. 

This position will be responsible for:

  • The oversight of clinical, unrestricted, restricted, and foundation accounts
  • Budget development, monthly reconciliation, and revenue and expense reports
  • Analyzing and interpreting financial operations
  • Preparing monthly, bi-yearly, and ad hoc reports for the department and SOM administration

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 12 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

  

  • Master's in accounting
  • UNM Accounting experience
  • The ability to analyze and interpret financial data
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate financial information and compliance requirements to staff, leadership, physicians and other professionals
  • Working knowledge of Banner (or similar system) and UNM Financial systems
  • Proficient in MS Excel and MS Access to analyze/interpret financial data and prepare financial reports
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member
  • The successful applicant should demonstrate knowledge of university policies/procedures, applicable local, state, and federal regulations and generally accepted accounting principles
Additional Requirements
CampusHealth Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentSOM Neurosurgery (523D)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeRegular - Full-Time
Term End Date
StatusExempt
PayMonthly: $3,844.53 - $5,399.33
Benefits EligibleThis is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB StatementAs a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check RequiredYes
For Best Consideration Date10/22/2025
Eligible for Remote WorkYes
Eligible for Remote Work StatementThis position is eligible for a hybrid remote work agreement (RWA) after a period of training and depending on discussion and approval.
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please attach a Resume and Cover Letter. Please describe in your Cover Letter how you meet the requirements for the position. Please ensure to complete the application including reason for leaving and hours worked at each position.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

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