Accounting Manager, Debt & Assets

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Presencial; USD 97 000 - 105 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

University of Utah is seeking a direct/manager-level accounting leader to oversee one or more accounting teams from a campus location in Salt Lake City. The role ensures GAAP compliance, timely regulatory filings, and provides budgeting guidance to executive leadership.

Responsibilities include supervising accounting staff, managing debt/asset/investment accounting, and driving year-end close and financial reporting. Strong leadership and expertise in accounting standards are required.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with 6+ years of related experience, or Master’s with 4+ years.
• Experience managing accounting teams and supervising staff.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and regulatory filings.
• Experience with debt, asset, and investment accounting.
• CPA licensure preferred

Responsabilidades

• Direct/Manage/Supervise debt, asset, and investment accounting functions.
• Coordinate asset disposals with Surplus and Grants and Contracts Accounting.
• Oversee debt & asset management systems including data entry, access, testing, and maintenance.
• Assist in year-end and month close and annual financial audit.
• Prepare reporting related to debt or assets and KPI dashboards.
• Review close processes and approve monthly depreciation and investment entries.
• Hire, train, and evaluate accounting staff as needed.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Budgeting

Regulatory filings

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree or higher

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range $97,000 - $105,000

Close Date

Close Date 11/15/2026

Job Summary

Direct/Manage/Supervise one or more accounting teams. Ensure university adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ( GAAP ) or other accounting standards. Ensure timely preparation and review of all required regulatory filings. Advise on annual budgeting and prepare accounting reports for executive leadership. Review work submitted by accountants and manage accounting close processes. Perform analysis on financials and accounting metrics for presentation to leadership. First-level manager. Manage the activities of supervisors and/or individual contributors. Responsible for hiring, firing, performance appraisals, and pay reviews. Broad knowledge of the field with demonstrated leadership skills.

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Responsibilities

• Responsible for all debt, asset, and investment accounting functions.
• Work closely with Surplus and Grants and Contracts Accounting regarding asset disposals.
• Responsible for debt & asset management systems including review of data entry, access, testing, and maintenance.
• Assist in year-end and month close as well as annual financial audit.
• Assist in preparation of any necessary reporting related to debt or assets.
• Regular review all of responsible processes for improvement.
• Set and maintain KPI's for team.
• Review and approve monthly depreciation entries for two business units.
• Review and approve monthly investment entries

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).

Manager, Accounting Management: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

• Experience in property accounting, debt, and endowment and investment accounting
• 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
• Process improvement and implementation
• Understanding of Financial Accounting Standards Board or GASB rules and guidelines

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.

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

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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