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Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & ScienceNorth Chicago, IL, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Compensation : $70,000 - $76,000 - based on skills and experience.

Position Summary

The Finance Department at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science invites applications for a full-time Senior Accountant. The University encourages applications from individuals belonging to groups underrepresented in their field and those that can add new and valuable perspectives to the academic environment. The Senior Accountant will support the accounting for the University and Health Clinics and be a project leader on technology projects for Finance.

Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; short-term and long-term disability plans; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b) retirement plan, which includes a 8% employer contribution after two years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee well-being and work-life balance. Full-time staff members are eligible for three weeks of vacation / personal leave, 15 sick days, and 13 holidays plus 2 floating holidays. That is a minimum of 30 paid days off each year!

Who We Are

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFU) is a graduate health sciences university committed to serving the population through the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals and the discovery of knowledge dedicated to improving wellness. The university embodies the spirit of inquiry and excellence modeled by its namesake Dr. Rosalind Franklin, whose Photo 51 was crucial to solving the structure of DNA.

Today, the university's 6 colleges continue Dr. Franklin's legacy through rigorous academics, pioneering research, and innovative community service. Our unique interprofessional education model allows students to learn from and with each other in a variety of settings, including our simulation labs, the student-led Interprofessional Community Clinic, and through partnerships with area hospitals and clinics. RFU is a national leader in interprofessional research and practices, and is nationally recognized for its research in areas including neuroscience, brain-related diseases, inherited disorders, proteomics, cancer cell biology and immunology, cardiac resuscitation, and gait and balance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Maintain and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts
  • Create new general ledger accounts, account strings, and budget pooling
  • Manage patient care accounting and reconciliations
  • Assist and collaborate with patient care divisions to improve fiscal processes and financial reporting
  • Maintain fixed asset records, system, and general ledger accounts
  • Review and post payroll accounting entries
  • Prepare schedules and gather information required by the University's independent auditors
  • Serve as a mentor to other members of the Finance team
  • Serve as financial representative for a cross-functional group of leaders evaluating Ellucian Colleague updates
  • Assist in third party reporting
  • Contribute to the success of the University by performing all other duties as assigned
  • Adhere to internal controls while driving continuous process and documentation improvement
  • Build strong relationships with departments across the University and Health Clinics

Conditions of Employment

  • Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check, pre-employment drug screen and a general physical
  • Required Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent working experience
  • Four years of experience in a related accounting position or related field
  • Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check
  • Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Knowledge of accounting concepts and principles
  • Financial management and analytical skills
  • Handle detailed tasks with accuracy
  • Demonstrates initiative
  • Effective organizational and planning skills
  • Strong, positive work ethic; high level integrity
  • Strong commitment to confidentiality
  • Ability to work with sensitive information and records
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Knowledge of computer-based general ledger systems, Microsoft Office
  • Exceptional skills in written, verbal, and personal communications
  • Ability to communicate and effectively work within a diverse community
  • Ability to show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; work / interact with a variety of internal and external constituents
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Manage periodic timetable changes
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Coordinate / manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Higher education experience
  • Nonprofit experience
  • Patient care accounting experience\
  • Elucian / Colleague experience
  • Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions

  • Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Prolonged periods of sitting and driving.
  • Some lifting and bending.
  • Position requires physical and mental alertness
  • EOE, Including Disability / Vets

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