Accountant I

Southern Utah University; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Utah University in Cedar City, Utah seeks a Staff Accountant to oversee receivables, provide accounting support for the Cashier's Office and deliver professional accounting services including account analysis and reconciliation.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business, 2–4 years in accounting or AR, and strong communication, organizational, and computer skills. This is a full-time, exempt position within the Finance and Administration division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business-related field.
• 2-4 years experience in accounts receivable or accounting environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receivables processing and support Cashier's Office.
• Provide customer service and institutional support.
• Assist in financial analysis and reconciliations.
• Assist with preparation of annual audited Financial Statements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Task management

Customer service

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Under pressure

Financial software

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business-related field

Tools

Banner ERP

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

Salary: $52,000.00 Annually

Location: Cedar City, UT

Job Type: Full-time Staff

Division: Finance and Administration

Closing: 9/24/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA: Exempt

Position Summary

Oversees receivable activities, processes and procedures for the University and provides accounting support for the Cashier's Office. Provides professional accounting services for the institution including account analysis, reconciliation, training, and other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Oversees and ensures timely processing of receivables and assists the Cashier's Office functions and processes at the accountant level, and assists with problem solving, training, process improvement and implementations.
• Provides institutional support and satisfying customer service inquiries.
• Assist in financial analysis and account reconciliations.
• Assist with the preparation of SUU yearly, audited Financial Statements.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• 4 Year/bachelor's degree in accounting or business-related field.
• Knowledge & Skills & Experience
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in a related accounts receivable or accounting environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability of: Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Strong organization skills.
• Capable of managing numerous tasks at once.
• Ability to use computerized accounting systems as well as a functional use of related software, i.e., spreadsheets, and word processors.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure to create accurate and timely work.
• Assist in creating and fostering an atmosphere of professionalism, cooperation, customer service and teamwork.
• Ability to understand and develop new techniques to deal effectively with situations, processes, or challenges when they arise.
• Demonstrated knowledge of: Accounts receivable and collection processes, laws, and reporting requirements.
• Higher education or non-profit accounting. Banner ERP system.

Supplemental Information

This position is contingent on funding.

Due to recent changes in H1B visa fees, Southern Utah University is no longer able to sponsor international faculty and staff that require an H1B visa and are currently living outside of the United States.

Southern Utah University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services. For more information or contact information, please visit https://www.suu.edu/nondiscrimination/.

In accordance with Utah State Code 53A-3-410, appointment to this position is contingent upon the successful passing of a background check.