Accounting Manager

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Accountant III Position Summary:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is seeking an Accounting Manager in our Financial Services department. The Accounting Manager provides oversite of complex accounting and auditing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports as well as provides supervision and backup support for General Ledger, Grant Accounting, and Accounts Payable. The Accounting Manager performs complex accounting duties, prepares financial and statistical reports, delivers training to others, develops and/or manages complex budgets, and develops and documents controls for accounting systems to ensure the accurate recording and reporting of the business unit's financial transactions. May lead and be a resource for others in their department/unit. This is a 12-month, full-time, benefit and paid leave eligible position.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Facilitates trainings and provides financial guidance to management and staff Monitors automated financial systems, develops, and documents controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity Performs complex accounting and auditing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports Develops and manages complex work unit budgets, analyzing funding sources, operational needs, budget trends, and financial commitments Forecasts budget balances and recommends corrective action as needed Leads and executes the development, organization, preparation, and updating of complex financial statements, journals, accounts, ledgers, and reports for various financial needs within an automated financial system to ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures Prepares and analyzes financial reports, data and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, and recommends solutions as needed

Responsibilities:

Leads and executes the development, organization, preparation, and updating of complex financial statements, journals, accounts, ledgers, and reports for various financial needs within an automated financial system to ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions Prepares and analyzes financial reports, data and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, and recommends solutions as needed Monitors automated financial systems, develops, and documents controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity Performs complex accounting and auditing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports Develops and manages complex work unit budgets, analyzing funding sources, operational needs, budget trends, and financial commitments Forecasts budget balances and recommends corrective action as needed Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures Facilitates trainings and provides financial guidance to management and staff

Education:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or related field, from an accredited institution Why It's Great to be a

Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers associate, baccalaureate, and master's degree programs in a broad spectrum of disciplines including: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; criminal justice; education; business; agriculture; and liberal arts. The Platteville campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest community, which has a rich history rooted in mining —particularly lead mining —dating back to the early 19th century. The region offers excellent school systems, high-quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville serves as a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin.

Application Deadline:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by May 20, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. The following documents are required for applicant consideration: Letter of application addressing all required qualifications A current resume

Legal Notices and Important Information:

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request, the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices. The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program, university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources. Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination, an environment that fosters mutual respect, recognizes the dignity and worth of all people, and promotes to the fullest, equal employment opportunity through affirmative action. In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Annual Security & Annual Fire Safety Report is available for review. Call the UW-Platteville Campus Police Office at 608.342.1584 for a paper copy of the annual report. The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7). UW is an

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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