Accountant

Qualifications
that align with the best interests of our students and the
This includes 17 major departments with an
specialized knowledge of university and UWM administrative policies
and procedures, budget processes, purchasing/procurement
This position requires a significant degree of
Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, business, finance,
At least one year of related experience
Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office suite
by application materials and interviews (where applicable)
All application materials will be further evaluated as evidence of
excellent written communication skills
hire will be required to submit official college transcripts
make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a
Employment will require a criminal background check
references will be required to answer questions regarding any past
findings of ****** violence and ****** harassment or any pending
start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to
work in the United States and to complete the required employment
Benefits
Student Learning, Planning & Assessment
annual operating budget of $78M and mostly program revenue funded
Responsibilities
serve all of UWM’s students
provide meaningful learning experiences for students, in some cases
setting them on a course for future careers
We are dedicated to helping all students be successful during their
review to determine projects and initiatives addressing needs of
improvement, creation or significant change
reviewed by Divisional leadership, who assemble the best possible
teams to accomplish the objectives
multidisciplinary and require members of numerous departments to
complete
Projects and initiatives are observed and reviewed for
progress and are included in Divisional recognitions and
Reporting to the Divisional Finance Officer for Student Affairs,
this is a professional level position with the primary role to
provide accounting services and assist with the budgeting and
financial functions for departments as assigned within the Division
This position performs tasks under general direction
requiring considerable initiative, judgment, responsibility and
procedures, payroll transactions, etc
Accurate fiscal analysis and
reporting is crucial as the consequence of the errors will impact
position is expected to demonstrate exceptional customer service by
establishing and maintaining effective relationships with managers,
supervisors, and all co-workers
The incumbent may have the option to perform these duties in a
ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery
Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes