Financial Analyst II/III

FINANCIAL ANALYST II/III

The Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) seeks a talented Financial Analyst II/III . The Financial Analyst II/III performs journey-to-advanced level professional financial duties. This role focuses on the technical execution of fiscal operations, including complex reconciliations, federal reporting, and budget tracking. While the Analyst does not have formal supervisory authority, the Level III may provide lead-work direction, technical training, and project oversight to junior staff or technicians.

POSITION DETAILS & COMMITMENT

• Salary – $26.00 - $34.00/hr
• Work Format – Hybrid (60 E South Temple, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT)
• Schedule Code – AC - Employees in Offices of Elected Officials
• Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
• Application Deadline – 6:00 PM (MDT) on July 10, 2026
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Reporting & Compliance: Prepares federal draws and complex financial reports; ensures all program expenditures align with state and federal grant requirements.
• Technical Reconciliation: Reconciles loan disbursements between program-specific software (Vantage) and the State’s central accounting system; identifies and resolves discrepancies.
• Budget Monitoring: Tracks and monitors expenditures against the General Fund, federal funds, and restricted accounts; alerts management to potential overruns or under-utilization.
• Revenue Administration: Compiles and analyzes data for monthly mineral lease reports and revenue distributions as mandated by state statute.
• Treasury Liaison: Executes the daily movement of funds, preparing requests for the investing or uninvesting of cash balances with the State Treasurer’s Office.
• Audit Support: Serves as a primary point of contact for internal and external auditors, gathering documentation and explaining transactional workflows.
• Financial Modeling: Develops spreadsheets and models to forecast revenue trends and the long-term impact of economic development incentives.
• Procurement & AP: Reviews contracts and reimbursement requests for accuracy and policy compliance; ensures vendors and loan recipients are paid accurately and timely.
• Process Improvement: Identifies opportunities to streamline fiscal workflows and recommends updates to internal financial procedures.
  
  

The Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Analyst II: Two (2) to three (3) years of professional experience in financial analysis, accounting, or government finance.
• Analyst III: Four (4) or more years of experience, preferably within a state or federal agency context.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field; preferred, but not required.
• Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (XLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, Power Query, modeling) and experience with State ERP/accounting systems.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze large datasets, identify trends, and translate raw data into "management-ready" reports.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with State Government accounting structures, "fund accounting" principles, and state procurement codes.
• Communication: Ability to explain complex fiscal rules to program managers and external stakeholders; strong technical writing skills for report preparation.
• Independence: Proven ability to manage recurring deadlines (monthly/quarterly reports) with minimal supervision.
  
  

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM

GOED is a fast-­paced, dynamic office staffed with a hard-working, passionate team with diverse experiences and expertise. We strive to match your interests and strengths with our office needs. Working in this office will give you direct, hands-­on experience. This job will grow your professional skills and capabilities. The State of Utah offers a highly competitive benefits package. Click HERE to review.

Who We Are

The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) champions Gov. Cox’s commitment to providing economic opportunity for all Utahns. The office supports Utah entrepreneurs and businesses. We work to retain and recruit companies and bring more high-paying jobs to Utah. In addition, we work with industries, Utah regions, communities, and nonprofits to implement strategic economic development plans and reinforce Utah’s already diverse, prosperous economy. We utilize federal and state resources and private sector contracts to cultivate economic prosperity for all Utahns.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.

Recruiter - Sarah Humphries; shumphries@utah.gov