Job Description Summary
This position reports to the College of Nursings Associate Dean of Finance Administration. The Accounting Operations Manager is responsible for managing the Colleges accounting operations with a primary focus on reconciliation monitoring financial reporting and internal controls. The role ensures accuracy integrity and compliance of financial data related to unrestricted and non-research funds and supports efficient and effective financial operations across the College. Areas of responsibility include general accounting reconciliations monitoring of account activity internal controls and financial reporting.Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
ClassifiedCost Center
CC001082 CON Office Of The DeanPay Rate Type
SalaryPay Grade
University-07
Pay Range
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
MUSC Minimum Training and Experience Requirements:
A bachelors degree and four years relevant experience in administrative services public administration or business management.
Preferred:
Knowledge of existing MUSC systems (e.g. Workday)
Proficiency with computers and related software
Knowledge of accounting and business management principles practices and procedures
Ability to plan organize and manage complex accounting and financial monitoring processes
Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws rules and regulations
Ability to work independently and in a team environment while maintaining confidentiality
Job Responsibilities:
Reconciliation and General Accounting Operations 25%
Manages the Colleges general accounting functions related to unrestricted and non-research funds. Oversees and performs monthly and annual reconciliations of financial accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness. Reviews and processes internal and external transfers and journal entries in accordance with institutional policies. Conducts ongoing monitoring of revenues and expenses to ensure transactions are recorded appropriately and in the correct accounting period.
Financial Reporting and Account Monitoring 20%
In support of the Associate Dean for Finance & Administration prepares routine and ad hoc financial reports and responds to requests for account activity and transaction detail. Maintains detailed records supporting documentation and tracking tools for key College financial activities including unrestricted and non-research funds. Manages reconciliation tracking tools and supports variance analysis by providing transaction-level detail to leadership and stakeholders. Prepares responses to data and reporting requests from central offices and external stakeholders.
Internal Controls and Compliance Oversight 20%
Ensures the College establishes documents and maintains effective internal controls across all areas of accounting responsibility. Conducts routine internal reviews and audits of account activity to identify errors inconsistencies or compliance risks and coordinates corrective actions as needed. Supports the Associate Dean in responding to audit inquiries and compliance reviews and ensures documentation is maintained in accordance with MUSC policies procedures and guidelines.
Workday Data Integrity and Financial Quality Assurance 20%
Oversees data quality assurance within Workday to protect the integrity of the Colleges financial records. Monitors financial data for accuracy completeness and consistency and works with central offices to resolve discrepancies. Supports monthly and year-end close activities including balance verification and reporting. Participates in annual validation of financial datasets including RCM-related reviews as assigned.
Scholarship and Designated Fund Reconciliation 5%
Provides financial oversight of scholarship and designated unrestricted funding by verifying available balances and reconciling expenditures against funding sources. Maintains accurate tracking and prepares data for internal review and required reporting.
Operational Support and Financial Guidance 5%
Provides general operational and administrative support related to accounting and financial monitoring activities. Supports training of College stakeholders on financial systems accounting practices internal controls and reconciliation processes. Assists with documentation of accounting workflows and development of tools to improve accuracy and efficiency in financial operations.
Other Duties as Assigned 5%
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform pinching operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects up to 15 lbs. from floor level to height of 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects up to 15 lbs. from height of 36 inches to floor level unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects up to 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision corrected in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)
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