The University of Utah is the states flagship institution of higher education, with 18 schools and colleges, more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs, and an enrollment of more than 34,000 students. It is a member of the Association of American Universitiesan invitation-only, prestigious group of 65 leading research institutionsand a member of the premiere Pac-12 athletic conference. The U strives to be a model public university in delivering unmatched value in higher education and health care while making social, economic and cultural contributions that improve the quality of life throughout the state, the nation and the world.The General Accounting department within Financial Services at the University of Utah is seeking a motivated and career minded individual to join our team. The Accountant position is responsible for completion of monthly bank reconciliation in accordance with the University deadlines and policies; review of campus-wide journal entries into the general ledger; preparation of account reconciliations and investigation of variances. The position will also be responsible for working with assigned departments to perform financial business activities in an environment of excellent customer service. The position will use accounting skills to perform financial support functions for the departments, provide departments with accurate and timely information to make decisions, and ensure efficient transaction processing.The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:Excellent health care coverage (https://www.hr.utah.edu/forms/lib/SummaryComparisonEmployeeHCP.pdf) at affordable rate14.2% retirement contributions (https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/retire_401aPlan.php) that vest immediatelyGenerous paid leave time (https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/paidLeave.php)11 paid Holidays per yearTuition reduction (https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/tuition.php) for employee, spouse, and dependent childrenFlex spending accounts (https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/fsa.php)Free UTA TRAX/ Bus pass for all employeesProfessional development opportunitiesAdditional benefits information is available at https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits