Accountant II (May underfill at a level I)

Salt Lake City Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Life Insurance

Vacation & Parental Leave

Retirement Plan

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounted benefits

Job summary

Salt Lake City is seeking an Accountant II to perform general to highly complex professional accounting work, covering accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, cost accounting, asset management, and general accounting. The role requires 2–4 years of related experience and offers full city benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and retirement contributions.

The position is full-time with a 40-hour schedule, and salary ranges from $22.93 to $39.64

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Accounting.
• 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.
• 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 MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Develops and completes annual financial reports.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Accounting principles

Journal entries

Job description

Position Title: Accountant II (May underfill at a level I)

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Salary Range:

• ACCOUNTANT II-$22.93 - $39.64
• ACCOUNTANT I- $20.62 - $34.14

Department: Attorney Department

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 Conditions

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.

Full Time/Part Time

Full time

Scheduled Hours

40

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism. We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference. If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you. Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness site. Health & Wellness Medical insurance Dental, vision, life insurance HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution) Wellness clinic for employees & families Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Financial Perks Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year) Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k)) Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more Thinking about applying or weighing another offer? Use our Total Compensation Calculator to see the true value of your job offer—including salary, benefits, retirement, and more. We know time away from work is essential for rest, personal needs, and family life. Salt Lake City offers generous paid leave to help you recharge and stay balanced. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness site. 12 vacation days to start 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday Up to 80 hours personal leave annually 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

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The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.

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