Financial Analyst

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Full benefits package

Job summary

State of Utah is seeking a Financial Analyst to support banking operations, reconciliations and reporting from Salt Lake City. The role blends accounting work with state vehicle and tax systems and requires familiarity with government processes.

Hybrid work arrangement is offered with eligibility for full benefits. Applicants must pass background checks and can apply by the 11/4/2026 deadline. Salary ranges are posted with two levels of responsibility.

Qualifications

• VADRS testing experience is preferred.
• Basic understanding of governmental accounting concepts.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint.
• Two or more years of accounting experience or related higher education.

Responsibilities

• Bank reconciliations
• Returned check processing
• Daily update of bank transactions
• Motor vehicle registration and payment issues
• Motor vehicle related reporting
• Clearing account reconciliations
• Work with several banks to resolve discrepancies
• Reconcile vouchers issued by other state agencies
• Motor vehicle system testing

Skills

VADRS testing experience

Government accounting

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Education

Accounting experience or related higher education

Tools

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Financial Analyst

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary – $20.64 - $36.48 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid
Recruiter – Shannon Hughes | [e-mail] |
Application Deadline – 11/4/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

Principle duties

This position will be responsible for:

• Bank reconciliations
• Returned check processing
• Daily update of bank transactions
• Other motor vehicle registration and payment issues
• Motor vehicle related reporting
• Clearing account reconciliations
• Work with several banks to resolve discrepancies
• Reconcile vouchers issued by other state agencies
• Motor vehicle system testing

Job Series

This position may be filled at either level, depending on experience:

• Financial Analyst I
  • $20.64 - $32.73
• Financial Analyst II
  • $22.98 - $36.48

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate

The ideal person will have:

• VADRS testing experience
• Have a basic understanding of governmental accounting
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and Power Point
• Two or more years of experience in accounting or equivalent accounting related higher education

About the Role

Location – 210 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84134
United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here.

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

For more information tax.utah.gov

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].