Financial Reporting Manager

Job Description

UW Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a Financial Reporting Manager to join its Financial Reporting Team.

POSITION PURPOSE

The UW Medicine (UWM) Financial Reporting Manager will serve as the primary financial reporting authority for UW Medicine (UWM) and will lead activities across UWM entities related to financial reporting policy development, standardization, financial statement audit execution and technical accounting. The UWM Financial Reporting Manager leads preparation, compilation and review of the UWM internal, external and consolidated financial reporting for the UWM Select Units and Harborview. This individual has primary accountability for ensuring technical accuracy, relevance and consistency with both Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and internal financial reporting policies. Additionally, this individual has oversight over several technical accounting areas including lease and subscription based IT accounting.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Ability to have a direct impact on the financial success of UW Medicine

Work with high performing team dedicated to supporting UW Medicine’s mission

Play a lead role in assisting UW Medicine respond to unprecedented level of change in healthcare industry

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assume primary oversight for the financial reporting activities associated with the annual financial statements
• Oversee preparation of various consolidated and combined month, quarterly and annual financial reporting for presentation to Management, Senior Leadership, Finance Committee(s), Board(s) and the University
• Deliver technical accounting research and analysis; draft and present position papers to management advising on recommended accounting treatment and financial reporting guidelines.
• Present recommendations to Accounting leadership and auditors.
• Provide support in the evaluation, adoption and implementation of new accounting standards across UW Medicine.
• Preparation and Review of UW Medicine Select Units consolidation and eliminations and analysis to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Work closely with the University to support the University consolidation and elimination requirements for the UW Medicine entities.
• Support of ad hoc financial reporting and accounting requests.
• Assume primary accountability for accounting and reporting related to UW Medicine's leases under GASB 87. This includes review of new contracts, monthly accounting entries and reconciliations as well as coordinating with UW Real Estate and UWM Supply Chain to ensure completeness and accuracy of lease and subscription-based IT arrangement accounting.
• Assume primary accountability for accounting for subscription-based IT arrangements (SBITA) under GASB 96 including review of new contracts, monthly entries and reconciliations. Partner with UW Medicine ITS to ensure completeness and accuracy of SBITA accounting.
• Assist with accounting for UW Medicine’s pension and post-retirement obligations.
• Support of other month-end accounting entries as necessary

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field
• 5+ years of financial reporting and accounting experience
• In depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience researching technical accounting issues
• Equivalent experience may substitute for degree requirement

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. 

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$125,004.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$160,008.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.