Staff Accountant

Job Description

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Staff Accountant

Posting Number: A01007
Campus:
Department: 5101-University Financial Services & Treasury

Classification Pay Scale
In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.

Expected Pay Scale
Minimum: $75,000.00 Annually
Maximum $80,000.00 Annually

Job Summary

To support the activities in the Accounting department by assisting in daily and monthly functions of the department. Prepare and process journal entries, and other accounting duties as assigned. Review requests from campus departments for proper support, process those requests, and ensure that entries and other requests follow University policies and applicable regulations. Train campus community on how to properly submit requests and how to monitor activity on self-service Banner. Participate in cross-training within Accounting department, and serve as backup for other accounting staff for daily cash reports or other items.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some combination of skills and experience:

  • Computer skills, including the operation of programs such as Microsoft Excel and Word, as well as Accounting software.
  • Strong accounting background with emphasis in general ledger review, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliations.
  • Knowledge of not-for-profit fund accounting is preferred.
  • Mathematical skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others including administration, faculty, staff and outside contacts while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Ability to handle detail-oriented assignments.
  • Able to operate independently with a minimal amount of guidance. 8. Quick learner able to demonstrate organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. 

 


Experience

  • Minimum of 3 years accounting experience.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous higher-education or not-for-profit accounting experience. Experience using Ellucian Banner.


Posting Date: 05/07/2026
Closing Date: 5/7/2027

Essential Job Duties

To apply, visit https://jobs.westernu.edu/postings/36006






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