WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under general direction to provide management guidance and support for the activities of Accounting including; Accounts Payable, Accounting Operations, Asset Accounting & Taxes, Cash Management, Facilities Finance, Fiscal Reports & Analysis, and Payroll.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
- Education
Bachelor's Degree in related field with minimum twelve (12) hours in accounting
- Experience
5 years of directly related experience with at least one (1) year in supervisory capacity.
Preferred
- Licenses and Certifications
(CPA) CERT PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT Upon Hire - Experience
Experience with month-end close
JOB DUTIES
- Responsible for managing and coordinating the activities of a department by overseeing one or more of the following functions Accounts Payable, Accounting Operations, Asset Accounting & Taxes, Cash Management, Facilities Finance, Fiscal Reports & Analysis, and Payroll.Demonstrate continuous performance improvement in targeted areas of responsibility in alignment with the overall annual performance improvement targets.
- Manages daily employee activities for one or more areas including determining specific work assignments; and monitoring individual staff productivity.
- Trains employees on policies and procedures related to financial and operational reporting, as well as computer system use. Participates in professional development activities to keep current with trends and practices in accounting, payroll, tax, process improvement, and health care administration.
- Manages and recommends the implementation of policies and procedures for the group to ensure consistent established accounting policies and procedures.
- Evaluates various projects performed by staff to ensure priorities and appropriate procedures are being maintained.
- Assists in developing plans, priorities and work assignments to achieve department goals.
- Manages summaries of financial and operating information and analysis.
- Works closely with Leadership in communicating and assessing productivity and results.
- Provides written analyses and recommendations to the Leadership.
- Ensures accuracy and appropriateness of accounting policies and practices. Maintains strictest confidentiality.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
