University of Utah
Accounting Management
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Salt Lake City, UT
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $125K - $140K
💻 Finance
🗓️ December 15th, 2025
GAAP
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University of Utah is hiring an Associate Director, Financial Reporting & Accounting. This role directs and supervises accounting teams to ensure adherence to GAAP, oversees financial reporting, regulatory filings, budgeting, and accounting close processes, while managing first-level managers and providing financial analysis for executive leadership.
Highlights
- Direct and manage multiple accounting teams including financial reporting, general ledger, assets and debt, and reconciliations/deposits.
- Ensure university compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and timely preparation/review of regulatory filings.
- Oversee annual financial statement preparation and advise on budgeting and accounting reports for leadership.
- Responsible for managing first-level managers including hiring, firing, performance appraisals, and pay reviews.
- Perform financial and accounting metric analysis for presentation to executive leadership.
- Requires a bachelor’s degree plus 10 years or a master’s plus 8 years of related experience; equivalency with higher education considered.
- Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field, and CPA licensure or CPA eligibility.
- Experience with higher education financial reporting is preferred.
- Full-time position with a hybrid work schedule and a salary range of $125,000 - $140,000 DOE.
- Department: Financial Reporting & Accounting, reporting within the President's Office.
Accounting Management Full Description
Accounting Management
Announcement
Details
Open Date | 12/10/2025
Requisition Number | PRN43790B
Job Title | Accounting Management
Working Title | Associate Director, Financial Reporting & Accounting
Career Progression Track | M00
Track Level | M5 - Associate Director
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
VP Area | President
Department | 00348 - Financial Reporting & Accounting
Location | Campus
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment | External Posting
Pay Rate Range | $125,000 - $140,000 DOE
Close Date | 01/31/2026
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. Second-level manager. Manage the activities of first-level managers and/or supervisors. Responsible for hiring, firing, performance appraisals, and pay reviews. Broad knowledge of the field with proven leadership skills.
For additional information, please see https://financialservices.utah.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/37/2025/12/2025-FS-FRA-Assoc-Director.pdf
Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu
Responsibilities | - Preparation of the annual financial statements for the university.
- Oversee teams consisting of financial reporting, general ledger, assets and debt, and reconciliation/deposits
- For additional information, please see https://financialservices.utah.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/37/2025/12/2025-FS-FRA-Assoc-Director.pdf
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).
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences | - Master’s degree Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- 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.
- Experience in or with higher education and financial reporting
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 (801) 581-7447 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 (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 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: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.eduhttps://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Requisition Number | PRN43790B
Job Title | Accounting Management
Working Title | Associate Director, Financial Reporting & Accounting
Career Progression Track | M00
Track Level | M5 - Associate Director
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
VP Area | President
Department | 00348 - Financial Reporting & Accounting
Location | Campus
City | Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment | External Posting
Pay Rate Range | $125,000 - $140,000 DOE
Close Date | 01/31/2026
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. Second-level manager. Manage the activities of first-level managers and/or supervisors. Responsible for hiring, firing, performance appraisals, and pay reviews. Broad knowledge of the field with proven leadership skills.
For additional information, please see https://financialservices.utah.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/37/2025/12/2025-FS-FRA-Assoc-Director.pdf
Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu
Responsibilities | - Preparation of the annual financial statements for the university.
- Oversee teams consisting of financial reporting, general ledger, assets and debt, and reconciliation/deposits
- For additional information, please see https://financialservices.utah.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/37/2025/12/2025-FS-FRA-Assoc-Director.pdf
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).
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences | - Master’s degree Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- 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.
- Experience in or with higher education and financial reporting
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 (801) 581-7447 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 (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 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: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.eduhttps://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
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
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
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