Financial Accounting Assistant – Surgery

WashU IT

Financial Accounting Assistant at WashU preparing financial, budget reports, and forecasts. Collaborate on financial analysis, strategic plans, and ensure compliance with accounting procedures.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $19 - $30 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assists in preparation of financial and budget reports, forecasts and annual reports
Collects data and reporting according to established organizational accounting procedures
Compiles financial, operating and special reports/studies as directed
Prepares/presents analyses of ongoing and proposed projects/studies including costing and financial projection models
Assists in development of short/long term strategic financial operational plans
Verifies department accounting record entries, journals and postings
Explains organizational policies/procedures to department accounting/finance staffs
Acts as backup for department accounting/purchasing functions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Equivalent of Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business related field
1 Year of financial work experience
Skills: Accounting, Budgeting Methods, Cost Accounting Systems, Financial Modeling, Financial Plan, Financial Practices, Financial Software, GAAP, Policies & Procedures, Preparation of Financial Reports, Spreadsheets, Statistical Methods

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 22 days of vacation
10 recognized holidays
Sick time
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance
Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees
Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan with university contributions
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians
4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with new child
Family care resources for childcare needs
WashU covers the cost of tuition for employees and family

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

AccountingBudgeting MethodsCost Accounting SystemsFinancial ModelingFinancial PlanFinancial PracticesPreparation of Financial ReportsSpreadsheetsStatistical Methods

Soft Skills

CommunicationAnalytical Skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in accountingBachelor’s degree in financeBachelor’s degree in business