Staff Accountant

Pay: $21.18 - $32.05 an hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Position Summary

The Finance Department at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science invites applications for a full-time Staff 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. Under the supervision of the Controller, the Staff Accountant will provide accounting support, including general ledger journal entries, account analysis, recordkeeping, and other duties as assigned.

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 2 years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee wellbeing and work-life balance. Full time staff are eligible for 3 weeks of vacation/ paid leave, 15 sick days, and 13 holidays plus two floating holidays. 

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

Provide support to the Accounting function of the University and Health Clinics. Specific support tasks may include:

• Prepare journal entries for assigned areas including prepaids and certain payroll liability accounts, among others
• Prepare monthly account analysis, ensuring reconciling items are resolved timely
• Perform expense transfers
• Perform internal audit procedures (e.g. review approvals for consistency with the RFU Approval Hierarchy)
• Support cash handling and deposits in accordance with the Cash Management Policy
• Provide back-up assistance to certain functions and processes
• Adhere to internal controls while driving continuous process and documentation improvement
• Maintain appropriate filing systems, including physical and electronic records
• Build strong relationships with departments across the University and Health Clinics
• Contribute to the success of the University by performing all other duties as assigned

Conditions of Employment

• Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Four years of experience in a related accounting position or related field

 Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of accounting concepts and principles
• 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
• Handle detail job tasks with accuracy
• Coordinate/manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously 

Preferred Qualifications

• Higher education experience
• Nonprofit experience
• Ellucian/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.

EOE, Including Disability / Vets