Financial Accounting Systems & Statewide Support Accountant
About The Position
The Utah Division of Finance is hiring a Financial Accounting Systems & Statewide Support Accountant to connect state agencies with enterprise financial systems and support statewide accounting operations. The role serves as a functional subject matter expert for Utah’s Vantage (CGI Advantage) financial ERP system, addressing complex posting and general ledger issues, evaluating enhancements, and conducting user acceptance testing. It also identifies accounting pain points and leads process improvements and automation. The accountant advises and trains state agencies, supports governmental fund accounting and reporting in accordance with GASB standards, and contributes to Utah’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and external audits. The role also analyzes legislation for financial reporting impacts and provides input into statewide accounting policies and governance standards. This is a full-time hybrid position based at 4315 S 2700 W, Taylorsville, Utah. It is eligible for a full benefits package. A background check is required; a drug test is not required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a closely related discipline with substantial accounting coursework, or an equivalent combination of education and professional accounting experience.
- Demonstrated professional accounting experience in general ledger operations, financial reporting, and accounting standards.
- Experience researching complex financial issues, analyzing transactions, and developing workable procedures.
- Curiosity and ability to question established practices.
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience in governmental fund accounting and preparing or reviewing ACFR disclosures under GASB standards.
- Experience with large-scale ERP financial systems, particularly CGI Advantage or comparable systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, or PeopleSoft.
- Experience interpreting legislation or fiscal notes and translating statutory requirements into operational processes.
- Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or equivalent advanced credential.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the functional subject matter expert for Utah’s Vantage (CGI Advantage) financial ERP system.
- Troubleshoot complex posting and general ledger issues, evaluate system enhancements, and conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
- Identify statewide accounting pain points and lead initiatives to automate manual workflows and streamline financial processes.
- Serve as a primary liaison among state agencies, leadership, and technical ERP teams; advise agency accountants, document current practices, and deliver operational training and support.
- Manage accounting and reporting for governmental funds, including General, Special Revenue, Capital Projects, Debt Service, and Permanent Funds, in accordance with GASB standards.
- Review year-end adjustments and assist with drafting financial statements and disclosures for Utah’s ACFR.
- Coordinate with external auditors.
- Evaluate proposed and enacted state legislation for its financial reporting impact and translate statutory requirements into operational accounting practices.
- Provide analytical insights to establish, update, and maintain statewide accounting policies and governance standards.
Benefits
- Full benefits package
- Job stability
- Career growth and opportunities for leadership
- Meaningful work benefiting the community
- Supportive work environment
- Work-life balance
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Job Type
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