Accounting Associate

University of Maryland, Baltimore is currently seeking an Accounting Associate to join the Department of Diagnostic Radiology. Under general supervision, the incumbent will supervise complex accounting clerical, bookkeeping, payments receivable & departmental deposit processing or auditing activities. Serves as primary bookkeeping specialist for a major function such as contract accounting, payroll benefits and vendor payables.

BENEFITS (Non-Exempt Regular):

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP), effective on your date of hire. Non-exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that starts with 11 days of vacation accrued per year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and time for community service; comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Performs complex clerical activities essential to accounting, such as accounts payable/receivable, payment handling procedures, posting or reconciling ledgers and accounts, processing and disbursing refunds, preparing trial balances, payroll, leave accounting and preparing consolidated reports.
• Provides primary bookkeeping support services for complex accounts that require regular reports, active monitoring of fund and budget amendments, and/or departmental deposits for multiple campuses. Reconciliation and detailed research to resolve discrepancies including validation of armored car transactions.
• Assists accountants or auditors in making modifications to existing accounting systems or in the formulation and installation of new systems.
• Performs analysis of various ledger accounts such as reviewing entries, verifying amounts, monitoring and balance cash funds, comparing and reconciling balances and interpreting trends or deviations from accounting standards.
• Supervises and monitors the bookkeeping activity of a unit, ensuring details of financial transactions are recorded in journals, ledgers and automated system.
• Researches and resolves credit card payment issues.
• Reviews all transactions posted to assigned accounts by ensuring all account activity is recorded, all adjustments are calculated and corrections made.
• Provides a consistent level of customer service relating to inquiries about payments and processing regarding their billing and registration activity. This requires being aware of and adhering to all privacy rules including the campus provisions for FERPA, Graham Leach Bliley, and approved Red Flag Rules.
• Prepares a variety of reports using manual and automated systems and equipment, personal computers and related software.
• Monitors cash and checks to help detect counterfeiting and forgeries.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE: Four years accounting clerical experience. Customer service experience and/or cash handling and payment processing experience.

OTHER: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of bookkeeping principles, mathematical methods and techniques and accounting standards. Skill in performing mathematical computations; in using analytical techniques to reconcile financial data; in reviewing and processing financial documents; in operating calculators, personal computers and related software. The ability to exercise attention to detail in the area of monetary transactions. Ability to understand and explain items within an accounting system. Ability to communicate effectively, to prepare written records and reports; to work independently with little supervision; to supervise and train others in assigned accounting clerical work; to establish and maintain effective work relationships; to operate manual and automated office equipment. Must have the ability to understand the various privacy laws and audit requirements placed on the daily function of the position.

Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).

Salary Range: $44,000 - $49,000 per year (Commensurate with education and experience)

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at [email protected] . 

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact [email protected] . Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.