Accounting Supervisor 1
Indexed description
With a high degree of autonomy, the incumbent will serve in several critical areas, with specialties in UCD Health financial accounting, monthly and annual close, external audit support, policy development and interpretation, project participation and implementation, and resource management.
Will be a UCD Health subject matter expert in ERP Cash Management Module.
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 analysis 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 improve reconciliation processes for cash management. Prepare recommendations and financial models to assist the organization in improving cash accounting, recording, and reporting.
This position is primarily responsible for, but not limited to, the oversight of the daily, weekly, and monthly payments reconciliation. 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.
Interact with internal and external contacts and supervise the activities of 5 accountants. Provide training for staff, to ensure maximal efficiency and effectiveness. Conducts ongoing evaluation of staff functions, financial results, efficiency, and resource management in accordance with departmental goals, objectives, and standards. Provide disciplinary counseling to staff as necessary and create a strong culture of teamwork.
Apply By Date: 9/25/2026 at 11:59 pm – Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
- Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or a combination of experience, education and/or training required.
- Several years of previous accounting experience required.
- Demonstrated supervisory, organizational, and customer service skills to effectively supervise and prioritize the activities of subordinate staff, and to manage the complex workflow and multiple priorities involved with cash management operations.
- Advanced knowledge in accounting and financial management principles, theory and practice including knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles in Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB) environment.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including formatting, Vlookups, IFs, Sumifs, and Pivot Tables.
- Proven project management skills with the ability to lead a multi-functional team and to assume responsibility for coordination and completion of complex projects requiring interactions with many individuals.
- Demonstrated professional level of analytical, statistical, and mathematical skills to conduct complex financial analyses.
- Ability to leverage strong interpersonal skills to foster trust and encourage cooperation to achieve results in a culturally diverse environment.
- Strong communication and customer service skills, including ability to prepare materials for a non-financial audience and to communicate information clearly and effectively to all staffing levels, from departmental staff to senior leadership.
- Strong critical thinking skills, with the ability to quickly analyze and evaluate complex and difficult problems, determine appropriate level of intervention, and develop and apply solutions.
- Demonstrated ability in summarizing, analyzing and accurately reporting on large volumes of data using multiple systems in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated knowledge using a General Ledger system.
- Ability to lead in assigned projects, seeing project through from beginning to end with little or no direction to a successful conclusion.
- Highly detailed and accurate with the ability to investigate transactions through multiple financial systems.
- Proven ability to develop executive summary reports, as well as detailed financial and statistical reports, including ability to present findings in a professional and clear manner to senior leadership.
- Proven ability to work under pressure, adapt to changing priorities and produce quality work while meeting deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of PC office tools Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, Access, or similar software to problem solve and report production.
- Prioritize and organize work, clearly communicating status to stakeholders and achieving deadlines.
- Maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and use independent and mature judgment.
- Develop innovative and sound solutions to complex, unprecedented and unusual problems.
- Ability to work effectively, both individually, on teams and with employees at all levels of the organization and with a diverse population of stakeholders.
- Ability to exchange information with customers and colleagues using effective, clear, persuasive, and audience-appropriate verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Make decisions based upon relevant information while using sound judgement and integrity.
- Strong ability to inspire others toward a common vision, while fostering trust, ethics and credibility with customers and colleagues.
- Demonstrate respect, equitable behavior, and empathy for a diverse community.
- Identify problems and seek the best solutions while working in a collaborative work environment.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve high-quality performance by proactively driving continuous improvements, championing change, and consistently delivering results.
- Skill in delivering high quality, innovative service to all customers and colleagues.
- Ability to exercise sound judgement and maintain strict accountability in managing Health System resources.
- Ability to apply a holistic approach in aligning priorities with overarching goals.
- Ability to encourage cooperation, collaboration and partnerships among customers and colleagues.
- HFMA CRCR certification, or equivalent, must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.
- CPA license or CPA candidate desired.
- Bachelor’s degree in accountancy desired.
- Public accounting, healthcare and/or a higher education organization experience desired.
- 30% - Cash Management Financial Accounting
- 30% - Accounting and Financial Reporting
- 30% - Supervision and Performance Evaluation
- 10% - Special Projects and Other
POSITION INFORMATION
- Salary or Pay Range: $2,743.30 - $4,896.55
- Salary Frequency: Biweekly
- Salary Grade: Grade 21
- UC Job Title: ACCOUNTING SUPV 1
- UC Job Code: 005660
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100%
- Shift (Work Schedule): 6:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday
- Location: UCDHAS Building (HSP165)
- Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work), Position will be hybrid with on-site required full-time during the 6-month probation period
- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
- Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
- Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
- Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
- Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee’s lives
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees
- 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
- 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 – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
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