Accountant II (May underfill at a level I)

Salt Lake City Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Paid vacation and personal leave

Parental leave (6-12 weeks)

Pension/401(k) contributions

Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000

Job summary

Salt Lake City Corporation seeks an Accountant II to perform complex accounting work across multiple functions, including receivables, payables, payroll, and general accounting. Candidates should have a degree in accounting and 2–4 years of related experience, with strong Excel and 10-key skills.

The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting, with full city benefits and a structured pay range.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Accounting; related work experience may be substituted.
• Ability to apply professional judgment in accounting techniques and principles.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel; quick 10-key entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze journal vouchers and ledgers.
• Close books and generate balance sheets and financial reports.
• Review cost accounting, accounts receivable/payable, and asset management entries.
• Assist in budget preparation and annual financial reporting.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Mathematical accuracy

Oral & written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

MS Word

10-key calculator

Job description

## Accountant II (May underfill at a level I)Applylocations: City Halltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 6, 2026 (5 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR6139**Position Title:**Accountant II (May underfill at a level I)**Job Description:**Incumbent performs general to highly complex professional accountant work assignments, including specialized or general analysis in one or more accounting functions, including: Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Cost Accounting, Asset Management, Capital Expenditures or General Accounting. Reviews and analyzes journal vouchers, accounting classifications and other accounting/financial statements, records and reports. Prepares balance sheets, making adjustments and closing entries; prepares financial reports, statements, inventory, receipts and disbursements; computes and distributes labor, material and overhead costs; reviews, audits and maintains journal entries and accounting ledgers; reconciles and analyzes cost account ledgers.**This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:*** Health Insurance* Dental, Vision and Life Insurance* Paid vacation and personal leave* 6-12 weeks of paid parental leave available* Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)* A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)* Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually* Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services**ACCOUNTANT II** - Following general instructions and with discretion as to work details, performs accounting tasks of a difficult nature requiring knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Interprets accounting data, analyzes reports and recommends action to be taken. May assist in the development and installation of accounting systems, cost accounting methods, procedures and controls. Requires two to four years of related work experience..**ACCOUNTANT I-** Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s degree in business management, accounting or related field, plus zero to three years related work experience. Education and work experience may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis.**TYPICAL DUTIES:*** Designs and implements new formats, programs or procedures, and revises existing ones, to improve application and process for accounting, budgeting and the preparation of financial statements and reports.* Maintains both general and special ledgers of the divisional receipts and expenditures. Computes and bills specialized accounts, and initiates collection procedures on delinquencies. Conducts internal audits and prepares reports which support budget requests.* Provides input for, and assists in, annual budget preparation. Prepares periodic closing statements and various reports for management and outside agencies. Develops and completes annual financial reports.* Audits concessionaires and other agencies with which the city has contracted agreements. May submit billings to such agencies.* Performs other duties as assigned.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*** Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Accounting plus related work experience, as stipulated for each level noted above. Education and work experience may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis.* Ability to apply professional judgment in the application of standard and advanced accounting techniques and principles, make accurate mathematical calculations, and operate a 10-key calculator.* May require knowledge of the specific laws, ordinances and regulations governing financial operation of the City and experience in municipal accounting/auditing.* Basic typing skills and knowledge of personal computer operation, including proficiency with office software applications such as MS Word and Excel.* Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.* Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.* Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.* Must be bondable at standard rates.**WORKING CONDITONS:*** Light physical effort. Some discomfort associated with prolonged periods of confinement to work station, concentrating on figures and computer reports, and video display screens.* Low level exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.**POSITION TYPE**Full-Time**POSITION SALARY RANGE****ACCOUNTANT II-**$22.93 - $39.64**ACCOUNTANT I-** $20.62 - $34.14**DEPARTMENT**Attorney Department**Full Time/Part Time:**Full time**Scheduled Hours:**40