Director of Accounting Investments and Reporting

Utah Tech University•St. George 84770, UT

About The Position

Provides strategic leadership for assigned accounting functions, with primary responsibility for investment, endowment, gift, and external financial reporting activities for Utah Tech University and the University Foundation. Ensures transactions are accurately recorded, reconciled, reported, and administered in accordance with applicable accounting standards, donor restrictions, investment policies, and institutional requirements. Leads key components of annual financial reporting and audit processes, strengthens internal controls, and advances efficient, well-documented accounting practices. Supervises assigned accounting personnel and may oversee additional functional areas based on departmental needs, organizational priorities, and the successful candidate’s qualifications.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting.
Five years of accounting experience; CPA certification may be substituted for up to three years of experience.
Ability to work within strict accounting and financial statement deadlines and guidelines.
Good supervisory and management skills.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and associated financial statement programs.
Ability to communicate effectively and exercise excellent human relations skills in establishing and maintaining effective relations with University employees and the public.
The total qualifications required are based on a combination of education and work experience. Experience used to meet the education requirement cannot also be used to meet the work experience requirement.

Nice To Haves

CPA certification.
Progressively higher levels of experience and responsibility.
Experience in public or higher education accounting.
Banner Finance experience.

Responsibilities

Record and reconcile activities related to University and University Foundation investments and gifts.
Prepare accurate and timely financial and investment reports for the University Board of Trustees, Utah Board of Higher Education, Investment Committee, University leadership, and other stakeholders, as assigned.
Lead assigned components of the annual financial report, including financial statements, note disclosures, supporting schedules, and related analyses.
Coordinate assigned portions of annual financial statement and other external audits, including preparation of schedules, responses, and supporting documentation.
Research and apply applicable U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, Governmental Accounting Standards Board guidance, University policies, donor restrictions, and investment requirements.
Develop, document, and maintain effective internal controls, account reconciliations, procedures, and review processes for assigned accounting functions.
Provide technical accounting guidance and responsive support to University and Foundation departments, leadership, auditors, and external agencies.
Review staff work and accounting processes for accuracy, timeliness, efficiency, appropriate use of resources, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
Supervise, train, and develop assigned employees; establish performance expectations and goals; and address personnel matters in accordance with University policy.
Promote collaborative, professional communication with students, colleagues, University departments, governing bodies, auditors, and external partners.
Support special projects, management analyses, financial reporting requests, and implementation of new accounting standards or system improvements.
Ensure assigned financial records and reports are complete, accurate, timely, and compliant with applicable standards, laws, regulations, contracts, and University policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.