Nancy Cooper

Accounting Supervisor
Facilities Management,
Hospital Facilities Administration

First UTSW job: Accountant II. I was responsible for paying all utility bills and supervising one accounting clerk.

Best part about my job: The variety of duties, working with the Facilities Management accounting group, and learning new computer upgrades.

What energizes me at work: Working on special projects.

How co-workers describe me: Resourceful, with a keen knowledge of my job and how the system works. 

Recipe for success: I have a professional attitude, take ownership of my responsibilities, and know when to table a conflict.

Best UTSW memory: Learning to navigate through the buildings on campus. I had great support from the Physical Plant staff.

I wish I were an instant expert at: Cooking.

I’m really good at: Being understanding and patient.

Claim to fame: I do not stress out in uncontrollable situations.

Hobby: Attending my grandkids’ activities.

Surprising fact: I love music and going to Blues festivals.