Accountant II

Overview

Job Summary

Oversees the financial administration of sponsored projects in accordance with sponsor guidelines and institutional policy. Prepares financial analyses and reports for internal and external reporting purposes. Performs duties of moderate to high complexity, judgment, and scope which include analyzing accounts and reports, preparing journal entries, submitting invoices, review of assigned sponsored programs, and general inquiry resolution. Engages in trouble-shooting problem areas and makes recommendations for improving and implementing procedures.

Essential Functions

• Explains accounting information to non-accountants in an effective manner and interacts with research team members.
• Works accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment with many assignments subject to critical deadlines that must be achieved.
• Works independently or with teammates with minimal supervision. Possesses the ability to seek out ways to improve processes and measure inefficiencies.
• Reviews and understands government circulars and regulations related to research grants and contracts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Reviews and understands assigned awards to ensure adherence to reporting schedules, requirements, and requests.
• Identifies Federal and State grants that are required to be reported in accordance with the OMB Circular A-133 as part of the annual audit.
• Ensures maximum utilization of federal and state grant funding.
• Creates and maintains reconciliation spreadsheets of general ledger activities.
• Prepares A-133 audit folders for assigned awards and assists as needed with annual audit.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting and utilizing computer required. Repetitive wrist motion and occasional lifting of 10-20 pounds. Requires frequent verbal and written communication in English. Must be detail-oriented and highly-analytical and able to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Must be able to travel to System facilities and affiliate sites. Responsible for working in a safe manner.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

Base Pay: $27.64 - $41.46 hourly

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Education, Experience and Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required. 1 year of related work experience preferred.