Bookkeeper (H) Full Time Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL

Bookkeeper

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting full time opportunity for a Bookkeeper in the Department of Patient Access in Miami, Florida.

The Bookkeeper maintains and records business transactions for the assigned department. Additionally, the Bookkeeper balances ledgers, reconciles accounts, and prepares reports while following bookkeeping procedures established by University and other applicable rules and regulations.

Core Job Functions

• Operates computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.
• Checks figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
• Classifies, records, and summarizes numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records.
• Debits, credits, and totals accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases.
• Receives, records, and banks cash, checks, and vouchers.
• Compiles statistical, financial, accounting or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses.
• Reconciles or notes and reports discrepancies found in records to appropriate managing staff.
• Assists with budget preparations and ensures expenditures are in accordance with code balances for item acquisition.
• Conducts invoice activities and pays vendors for delivered materials.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing:
Not Applicable

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and principles.
• Knowledge of budget control methods, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to prepare financial and accounting records.
• Ability to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data.
• Ability to compile, organize, interpret, and communicate accounting data and results concisely.
• Ability to manage a budget and work within the constraints of that budget