The University of Alabama Birmingham (UAB) is seeking an Accountant Sr. to perform a variety of professional accounting duties such as monitoring accounts, preparing entries, gathering data, generating a variety of routine and ad hoc financial reports, reviewing projected budget versus actual performance, and conducting special analyses and projects. To identify, analyze, interpret and ensure appropriate recording of financial transactions. To advise and/or resolve difficult accounting problems for less experienced accounting staff and hospital departments. To monitor monthly financial statements and project reports and direct any problems to appropriate personnel. To cooperate with independent, regulatory and third party auditors in conducting audits. To aid in the implementation of and facilitates use of the Decision Support System for budgeting and financial reporting. To assist in maintaining and monitoring contract administration system. To supervise and train assigned accounting staff.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Preferred experience:

• Accounting experience
• Tax experience will be a plus
• Working in a team environment and able to pitch in as needed/directed
• Eagerness to learn and grow in the field of accounting/reporting