General Accountant 3

Job Summary

Acts as a general accounting liaison for Patient Accounts Administration. Prepares recommendations and financial models to assist the organization in improving Medical Center general accounting recording and reporting. The Patient Accounts Administration department reports to the Executive Director, Revenue Cycle. This position is primarily responsible for, but not limed to, the reconciliation of the daily, weekly and monthly payments. This position will ensure reconciliation is performed in a timely manner in accordance with UC Policy and Internal Control Policies. The reconciliation report of these payments must be done at the detail level, meaning to the actual patients account in comparison to the deposit and the accounts receivable ledger for each area.

Under direction, performs complex professional accounting and financial duties for the Health System. Plan, develop and coordinate complex professional financial analysis in a highly independent manner and have a comprehensive knowledge of general ledger, accounting, and healthcare financial practices. Prepare financial analyses and reports including, but not limited to variance analysis reports and other ad-hoc financial reports for presenting to various levels of personnel, from departmental staff to senior management.

Provides analytical support to reconciliation processes for Patient Accounts.



Apply By Date

9/14/2024 at 11:59pm, Interviews to begin anytime after 8/30/2024.



Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration applicants are encouraged to upload license and certification if required of the position.

• Bachelors' degree in Accountancy or Finance and/or a combination of direct work experience and education.
• Proven experience with advanced knowledge of accounting and financial management principles, theory and practice including knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles in Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB) environment.
• Experience in summarizing, analyzing and accurately reporting on large volumes of data using multiple systems in a timely manner.
• Experience with Decision Support data and knowledge of Lawson and EPIC desired.
• Ability to work cooperatively and contractively with other co-workers and administration.
• Ability to be flexible in a quick changing environment.
• Ability to communicate contractively, tactful and diplomatically with co-workers, management and the general public and demonstrate those abilities to others.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Ability to interpret policies related to cash handling and internal control and audit guidelines.
• Analytical skills to review all available information, draw conclusions, develop reports and evaluate alternatives, select solution and monitor progress.
• Knowledge of distribution and received monies within UC System (PBG, CPG, UCDMC, clinics and off campus, other income accounts, Pharmacies, etc..) and how to receive the required documents for finalizing transactions helpful.
• Ability to focus on details especially as pertains to reconciliation cash deposited and posted as well as to procedural commonness in the posting process.
• Keyboarding skills to effectively operate computer terminal, P.C; work with several financial systems; prepare internal and external correspondence and forms as required. Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet development.
• Knowledge of the Lawson to access financial documents track the routing of documents, timelines of documents, and authorizations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate in a professional, tactful and effective manner with a broad range of individual styles ranging from staff personnel to upper management.
• Advanced spreadsheet skills and ability to analyze, sort and accurately report on large volumes of data in a timely manner
• Ability to prepare and present high level financial information to management
• Ability to develop innovative and sound solutions to difficult and unusual problems.
• Ability to assume responsibility for coordination and completion of complex projects requiring interactions with many individuals, work with minimal supervision, and take initiative to follow up on projects.
• Ability to work effectively in a complex environment with changing or conflicting priorities, under tight deadlines and requirements for accuracy.
• Ability to manage a heavy workload with conflicting priorities and demands.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills; documents and reports clearly and concisely. Conveys instructions, direction and information appropriately.
• Works at establishing a good support and professional working relationship with all departmental personal. Readily assists co-workers. Maintains appropriate interdepartmental communications.
• Demonstrates an ability to express self in all areas of communication (verbal, written, non-verbal); utilizes effective listening and questioning techniques.
• Offers assistance and provides direction to visitors, patients, physicians, and families in a concise, sensitive, informative and professional manner, keeping a positive and courteous tone.
• Ability to use interpersonal skills to foster trust and encourage cooperation to achieve results in a culturally diverse environment.
• Demonstrated professional level of analytical, statistical and mathematical skills to conduct complex financial analyses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active CPA or CPA candidate desired
• Ability to work effectively, both individually, on teams and with employees at all levels of the organization and with a diverse population of stakeholders.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, including ability to prepare materials for a non-financial audience and to clearly and effectively communicate information to all staffing levels, from departmental staff to senior leadership.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work, clearly communicating status to stakeholders and achieving deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion and use independent and mature judgment.
• Ability to develop innovative and sound solutions to complex, unprecedented and unusual problems.
• Ability to work effectively in a complex environment with changing and conflicting priorities under tight deadlines and requirements for accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of PC office tools - Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, Access, or similar software - to problem solving and report production.
• Proven ability to develop executive summaries, as well as detailed financial and statistical reports, including ability to present findings in a professions and clear manner to senior leadership.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including formatting, Vlookups, IFs, Sumifs, and Pivot Tables.
• Proven ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing priorities and produce quality work while meeting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - Financial Accounting
• 20% - Financial Reporting
• 20% - Documentation and Special Projects

Department Overview

The Patient Accounts Administration department reports to the Executive Director, Revenue Cycle. This position is primarily responsible for, but not limed to, the reconciliation of the daily, weekly and monthly payments. This position will ensure reconciliation is performed in a timely manner in accordance with UC Policy and Internal Control Policies. The reconciliation report of these payments must be done at the detail level, meaning to the actual patients account in comparison to the deposit and the accounts receivable ledger for each area.



POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $2,593.60 - $4,616.80
• Salary Frequency: Biweekly
• Salary Grade: Grade 21
• UC Job Title: GEN ACCOUNTANT 3
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift Hours: M-F (Hybrid) 8 Hour
• Location: UCDHAS Building (HSP165)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work) 100% On-site required during probation period.
• THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis 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 either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

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

Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth

WorkLife and Wellness programs 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



Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)

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, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

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


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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.





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About University of California Davis Health System

UC Davis is the home of the Aggies — go-getters, change makers and problem solvers who make their mark at one of the top public universities in the United States. Since we first opened in 1908, we’ve been known for standout academics, sustainability and Aggie Pride as well as valuing the Northern California lifestyle. These themes are woven into our 100-plus-year history and our reputation for solving problems related to food, health, the environment and society.Our 5,300-acre campus is in the city of Davis, a vibrant college town of about 68,000 located in Yolo County. The state capital is 20 minutes away, and world-class destinations such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe and the Napa Valley are within a two-hour drive.

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