Accounting Manager, Debt & Assets

University of Utah Financial Services; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah is seeking an Accounting Manager, Debt & Assets to lead accounting teams and ensure GAAP compliance. This role oversees regulatory filings, budgeting input, and preparation of accounting reports for executive leadership.

Responsibilities include managing debt and asset accounting, year-end close, audits, and implementing process improvements. Hybrid work arrangement with standard 40-hour weeks in Salt Lake City, UT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalency) + 6 years or Master’s degree (or equivalency) + 4 years of related work experience.
• Direct/Manage/Supervise accounting teams.
• Ensure GAAP adherence and regulatory filings.
• Lead year-end close and provide financial reports to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all debt, asset, and investment accounting functions.
• Work with Surplus and Grants and Contracts Accounting on asset disposals.
• Manage debt & asset management systems including data entry reviews and access.
• Assist in year-end and month close and in annual financial audits.
• Prepare required reporting related to debt or assets.
• Review processes for continuous improvement and efficiency.
• Set and monitor KPI’s for the team.
• Review and approve depreciation entries for two units.
• Review and approve monthly investment entries.

Skills

Team management

GAAP knowledge

Budgeting

Regulatory reporting

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Announcement

Details

Open Date 09/23/2026 Requisition Number PRN46288B Job Title Accounting Management Working Title Accounting Manager, Debt & Assets Career Progression Track M00 Track Level M3 - Manager 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 $97,000 - $105,000 Close Date 11/15/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

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.

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

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

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.

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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