Accountant I
University of Wisconsin Stout • River Falls, Wisconsin • Full Time
Posted on Sat, May 2, 2026
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Position Title:
Accountant IJob Category:
Academic StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
Accountant IJob Duties:
POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs general accounting duties following generally accepted accounting principles and procedures. Prepares financial reports and assists with budgeting. Ensures the accurate recording and reporting of the business unit's financial transactions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Organizes, prepares, and updates basic financial statements, monthly and year-end journal entries, 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 data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements basic solutions as needed
Assists with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports
Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures
Assists in preparing budgets and financial projections
Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures
- Assists in preparing budgets and financial projections
- Prepares and/or approves financial transactions and payments
- Organizes, prepares, and updates basic financial statements, monthly and year-end journal entries, 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 data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements basic solutions as needed
- Assists with accounting and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports
Department:
Student Billing
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Detail-oriented with the ability to review data for accuracy.
Ability to multitask and assist on projects.
Background in accounting, finances, or student financial systems.
Experience in cash handling.
Background in customer service.
Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.
Minimum of associate’s degree or 2 years of experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working in PeopleSoft Student Financials.
Experience working in Workday.
Degree in accounting or related field.
How to Apply:
Applicants are required to apply online at Career Opportunities. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:
Resume
Curriculum Vitae
Inquiries should be addressed to:
Rachel Knuth-Matteson
Search Chair
Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before May 17, 2026.
Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 7.20%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to:
https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf
UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Title IX Notice
As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see students.uwrf.edu/titleix.
Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous Universities of Wisconsin institutions and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at www.uwrf.edu/police/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.
Reasonable Accommodations
UW-River Falls provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying because of a disability, contact hr@uwrf.edu or 715-425-3518.
Academic Freedom & Freedom of Expression
The University is committed to academic freedom and freedom of expression, and provides all members of the University community the broadest possible latitude to explore ideas and to speak, write, listen, challenge and learn, pursuant to Regent Policy Document 4-21 Commitment to Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression.
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.