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Job Summary
Maintains and reconciles ledgers and accounts according to generally
accepted accounting principles. Prepares and analyzes financial information, prepares reports and financial statements based upon derived
statistics and analysis performed.
Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all
communities within the area we serve – which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – with impact worldwide. Partnerships with
individuals, communities, and many other entities are crucial to our work.
In your cover letter or during your interview process, we
invite you to share how your personal and professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce
the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research,
prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute’s
mission and this position.
Responsibilities
DisclaimerThis job description has been designed to indicate
the general nature and level of work performed by employees within his classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a
comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the
job.
Essential Functions1. Prepares and assesses budget, revenue, expense, payroll and journal entries, and other
accounting documents.2. Analyze and monitors budgets and expenditures for compliance with fiscal accountability and reporting
requirements.3. Analyze and forecasts revenue and expenditure trends.4. Reconciles balance sheets, cash, general ledger, payroll accounts
and supporting journal entries.5. Develops accounting systems and documents to support the input and handling of financial data and
reports.6. Interacts with internal and external auditors and participates in auditing projects.7. May supervise or train lower-level
accounting staff.
Problem-SolvingThis position requires the ability to apply generally accepted accounting
principles, federal cost accounting regulations and University policies and procedures to a variety of situations. The incumbent must be
able to interpret complex policies and effectively communicate the information in an easily understood manner. The incumbent is required to
provide analysis of each situation and use professional judgement in reaching a solution. The Accountant is expected to recommend changes to
accounting based procedures based upon analysis performed and specialized knowledge.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency
typically requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be
requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom:
Bending, reaching overhead.
The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care
appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of
life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care a described in the
department’s policies and procedures manual.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related
field, plus one year related experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience)
required. A thorough understanding of general ledger accounting practices, cost analysis and accounting principles, as well as demonstrated
analytical, problem solving, human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Knowledge of PeopleSoft or Access
databases may be preferred in some areas.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect
our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital
policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to
vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the
position description.
Preferences
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN45333B
Full
Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 01167 – HCI Clinical Trials
Operations
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 31600 to 55000
Close Date: 9/9/2026
Open Until Filled:
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/203479
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