Accountant Ii Jobs

The Accountant II is responsible for day-to-day financial transaction processing and tracking for the Department of Surgery. This includes the procurement of goods and services, submission and/or approval of travel/entertainment reimbursements, invoicing, and processing funds received by the department. The responsibilities of this position will involve account analysis and reconciliation, participation in budget preparation and the reporting of financial data to a variety of stakeholders. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Highly organized; ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize work assignments

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally, courteously, and effectively with internal and external contacts

• High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles

Required Education and/or Experience • Bachelor's Degree in accounting, business, or finance and two years of accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Tulane Accounting Management Systems (TAMS)

• Two years of experience in departmental budgeting and reconciliation

• Knowledge of federal research grants and contracts policies and procedures