Details

Open Date 02/16/2024

Requisition Number PRN37731B

Job Title Accountant

Working Title Accountant

Job Grade D

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. depending on departmental needs.

VP Area President

Department 00348 - Financial Reporting & Accounting

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $50,000 – $65,000 DOE

Close Date 05/16/2024

Open Until Filled No

Job Summary

The University of Utah is the state’s flagship institution of higher education, with 18 schools and colleges, more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs, and an enrollment of more than 34,000 students. It is a member of the Association of American Universities—an invitation-only, prestigious group of 65 leading research institutions—and a member of the premiere Pac-12 athletic conference. The U strives to be a model public university in delivering unmatched value in higher education and health care while making social, economic and cultural contributions that improve the quality of life throughout the state, the nation and the world.

The General Accounting department within Financial Services at the University of Utah is seeking a motivated and career minded individual to join our team. The Accountant position is responsible for completion of monthly bank reconciliation in accordance with the University deadlines and policies; review of campus-wide journal entries into the general ledger; preparation of account reconciliations and investigation of variances. The position will also be responsible for working with assigned departments to perform financial business activities in an environment of excellent customer service. The position will use accounting skills to perform financial support functions for the departments, provide departments with accurate and timely information to make decisions, and ensure efficient transaction processing.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Excellent health care coverage ( https://www.hr.utah.edu/forms/lib/SummaryComparisonEmployeeHCP.pdf ) at affordable rate
• 14.2% retirement contributions ( https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/retire\\\_401aPlan.php ) that vest immediately
• Generous paid leave time ( https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/paidLeave.php )
• 11 paid Holidays per year
• Tuition reduction ( https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/tuition.php ) for employee, spouse, and dependent children
• Flex spending accounts ( https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/fsa.php )
• Free UTA TRAX / Bus pass for all employees
• Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits information is available at https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and analyze general ledger and bank account entries and prepare all necessary journal entries for depository bank accounts
• Reconcile and analyze general ledger and bank account entries and prepare all necessary journal entries for disbursement bank accounts
• Manage and maintain reconciliation folder contents in the General Accounting Box folder
• Manage and update petty cash account balances and yearly audit
• Assist in creating and maintaining bank reconciliation related procedural documents
• Assist with daily journal processing
• Assist with month-end close
• Assist in preparation for audit
• Customer oriented assistance with accounting questions from departments and outside callers by researching and interpreting data
• Assist in department-wide process improvement initiatives
• Research and data entry for projects as assigned
• Prepare and post journal entries as assigned

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, plus one year related experience or equivalency (two years of related work experience can be substituted for one year of education) required. A thorough understanding of general ledger accounting practices, cost analysis and accounting principles, as well as demonstrated analytical, problem solving, human relations and effective communication skills also required.

Knowledge of PeopleSoft or Access databases may be preferred in some areas.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proficientin computer software applications/demonstrated competence with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to interpret and apply accounting theory; to work accurately with numerical detail; to analyze, consolidate, and to interpret accounting data.
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.