General Accountant 2 (Gen Accountant 2)

Job Summary Under supervision, the General Accountant 2 performs professional accounting and financial duties for UC Davis Health, supporting the general accounting shared services center. Under direction, plans, develops and coordinates professional financial analysis using broad knowledge of general ledger and budgetary systems, accounting, and healthcare financial practices. Processes transactions and provides analyses as part of the centralized shared services support to operational units. Prepares financial analyses and reports including variance analysis reports, financial statements, and other ad-hoc financial reports for presenting to various levels of personnel, from departmental staff to senior management. Provides support to improve finance processes. Acts as a general accounting liaison to various departments on an assortment of multifaceted projects, including system implementations, process designs and redesigns, and financial system training. Prepares workflows and recommendations to assist the organization in improving Health System general accounting recording and reporting.
Apply By Date
3/8/2024; Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time
Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or related filed and/or equivalent experience and training
• More than 1 year of accounting experience
• Accounting-related skills
• Knowledge of financial transactions and financial systems
• Knowledge of GAAP theories and practices
• Knowledge analysis of moderate accounting projects
• Strong MS Office including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Visio. Intermediate skill set in Microsoft Excel, including (but not limited to) Pivots, Sumifs, IFs, and Vlookups
• Intermediate experience with general ledger accounting transactions
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in use of common desktop/web applications
• Ability to apply more advanced accounting concepts in the completion of assignments

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA license or CPA candidate desired
• Bachelor degree in Accounting or related field and/or equivalent experience and training
• Two to three years of accounting experience

Department Description
The General Accounting Department is one of five departments reporting to the Health System Controller.
Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $25.71 -$46.12
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 19
• Payroll Title: GEN ACCOUNTANT 2
• Number of Positions: 2
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: 08
• Location: Broadway Building
• Union Representation: No
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: Hybrid; possibility of remote (non-local)
• This is not an H1B opportunity

Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• 14 paid Holidays annually
• Paid Time Off begins at 24 days accrued per year
• Sick Leave
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness program and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Special Requirements

• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here.
As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere #CA_DF