Accountant IV

University of Utah Financial Services; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Financial Services is seeking an Accountant IV to join a team in Salt Lake City. The role focuses on preparing standard and specialized financial reports in line with GAAP or IFRS, compiling financial data, and maintaining accounting controls.

You will work closely with departments to manage endowment earnings and investment transactions, with significant independence and judgment. The position is hybrid, full-time, 40 hours per week, with a competitive pay range and URS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalency) with extensive accounting experience.
• 8+ years of related work experience for Accountant IV.
• CPA licensure preferred; CPA-eligible per Utah rules.

Responsibilities

• Work with Advancement and other departments on endowment setups and earnings.
• Calculate and allocate quarterly investment earnings.
• Record investment-banking transactions and reconcile bond transactions.
• Maintain bond schedules and review campus journal entries.
• Assist in month-end and year-end close and reporting.
• Propose and implement process improvements.

Skills

Investment accounting

Bond accounting

GASB/FASB knowledge

CPA eligible

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Announcement

Details

Open Date 11/13/2026 Requisition Number PRN46764B Job Title Accountants Working Title Accountant IV Career Progression Track P00 Track Level P4 - Advanced FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

Hybrid, Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm

VP Area President Department 00348 - Financial Reporting & Accounting

Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $77,000 - $84,000 DOE Close Date 12/31/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Prepare standard and specialized financial reports (e.g., balance sheets, income statements, monthly closing reports) according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries into accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document organization’s transactions. Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures. Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline. Conducts complex, important work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment.

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Advancement and other departments regarding endowment setups and earnings
• Calculate and allocate quarterly investment earnings
• Work with Investment group to accurately record all investment banking transactions
• Reconcile and accurately record bond transactions
• Maintain all bond related schedules
• Review and approve campus journal entries
• Assist in month end and year end close
• Assist in preparation of any necessary reporting
• Propose and implement process changes
• Reconcile all debt and investment responsibilities monthly for accuracy

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Accountants, IV: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 8 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 6 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

• Experience in investment or bond related accounting
• Understanding of Financial Accounting Standards Board or GASB rules and guidelines
• Licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Candidates who are CPA-eligible (per the State of Utah Division of Occupational Licensing rules) may be considered.

Summary

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems(“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

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As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest level of completed education?
  • None
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree
• * How many years of related work experience do you have?
  • Less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
  • 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
  • 8 years or more, but less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more, but less than 12 years
  • 12 years or more, but less than 14 years
  • 14 years or more

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter