Accountant 2 - req# 32079

The Department of Neurosurgery is seeking an organized,detail-oriented individual who can work effectively and independently in amulti-task environment. This individual will oversee all funding and fiduciary responsibilitiesfor the entire department which includes 13 faculty attendings, 4 residents, 16staff, and an APP division consisting of UNMH and UNMMG APPs.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Oversight and management of all sources of funding and financial activities for the department.
• Responsible for the operational budget of both restricted and unrestricted funds, including the annual budget review, budget revisions, salary planner, mid-year reviews and projections, and following year projections.
• Responsible for year-end close-outs for both restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Responsible for post-award oversight and grant award management.
• Initiates and tracks all non-standard payments.
• Works with department leadership on FIBCI contracts for faculty members.

See the Position Description for additional information.

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.

• 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

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