Job Description
Job Summary
The John and Marcia Price College of Engineering is seeking an experienced and talented individual to join our accounting team as an Accountant. This role will involve overseeing evidence of review (EOR) reporting, credit card reconciliation and audit, preparing and assessing student payroll, analyzing financial information, and developing and preparing reports and financial statements.
Employee Benefits and Perks
At the University of Utah, John and Marcia Price College of Engineering, employees can take advantage of various benefits and perks, including competitive salary, medical/dental/vision/life plan, up to 14.2% contribution to the retirement plan, flexible work options, a collaborative office culture, access to health and wellness programs, professional development opportunities, educational benefits, and more.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Supplemental Retirement Savings Plans (403(b), Roth 403(b), 457(b))
WellU Employee Wellness Program
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Supplemental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Long Term Care Insurance
Hyatt Legal Plans
UESP 52+ College Savings Plan
Auto/Home Insurance
Family and Medical Leave Act
EDI Commitment
The John and Marcia Price College of Engineering is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. The College believes in incorporating a wide range of personal experiences, values, and worldviews to enhance productivity, health, safety, and the enjoyment of human life. It encourages the inclusion of diverse thoughts and ideas to provide solutions that contribute to the overall economy and wellbeing of society. The College supports all students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential.
Responsibilities
The essential functions of this role include preparing and assessing budget, revenue, expense, payroll, and journal entries, analyzing and monitoring payroll, budgets, and expenditures, reconciling credit card expenditures and balance sheets, developing accounting systems and documents, and interacting with auditors. The Accountant is expected to apply accounting principles, federal cost accounting regulations, and University policies and procedures to various situations and recommend changes to accounting-based procedures.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This position operates in an office environment and requires sitting, hearing, listening, talking, and sometimes involves repetitive hand motion and walking. Minimal qualifications for this role include a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, along with one year of related experience or equivalent. The ideal candidate must have a thorough understanding of general ledger accounting practices, cost analysis, accounting principles, and possess analytical, problem-solving, human relations, and effective communication skills. 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.
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The John and Marcia Price College of Engineering is seeking an experienced and talented individual to join our accounting team as an Accountant. This role will involve overseeing evidence of review (EOR) reporting, credit card reconciliation and audit, preparing and assessing student payroll, analyzing financial information, and developing and preparing reports and financial statements.
Employee Benefits and Perks
At the University of Utah, John and Marcia Price College of Engineering, employees can take advantage of various benefits and perks, including competitive salary, medical/dental/vision/life plan, up to 14.2% contribution to the retirement plan, flexible work options, a collaborative office culture, access to health and wellness programs, professional development opportunities, educational benefits, and more.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Supplemental Retirement Savings Plans (403(b), Roth 403(b), 457(b))
WellU Employee Wellness Program
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Supplemental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Long Term Care Insurance
Hyatt Legal Plans
UESP 52+ College Savings Plan
Auto/Home Insurance
Family and Medical Leave Act
EDI Commitment
The John and Marcia Price College of Engineering is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. The College believes in incorporating a wide range of personal experiences, values, and worldviews to enhance productivity, health, safety, and the enjoyment of human life. It encourages the inclusion of diverse thoughts and ideas to provide solutions that contribute to the overall economy and wellbeing of society. The College supports all students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential.
Responsibilities
The essential functions of this role include preparing and assessing budget, revenue, expense, payroll, and journal entries, analyzing and monitoring payroll, budgets, and expenditures, reconciling credit card expenditures and balance sheets, developing accounting systems and documents, and interacting with auditors. The Accountant is expected to apply accounting principles, federal cost accounting regulations, and University policies and procedures to various situations and recommend changes to accounting-based procedures.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This position operates in an office environment and requires sitting, hearing, listening, talking, and sometimes involves repetitive hand motion and walking. Minimal qualifications for this role include a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, along with one year of related experience or equivalent. The ideal candidate must have a thorough understanding of general ledger accounting practices, cost analysis, accounting principles, and possess analytical, problem-solving, human relations, and effective communication skills. 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.
About UniversityJobs.com
UniversityJobs.com (or UJobs.com) is an online recruiting and career service launched in 1++8 to provide a simple and cost-effective way for higher education institutions and other organizations to recruit the right people.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Salt Lake City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.