Financial Reporting Analysts

University of Utah

Salt Lake City, UT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$32,904–$63,774 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Business Model, Business Processes, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Disability Accommodations, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Economic Growth, Employee Benefits, Expense Allocation, Finance Software, Financial Analysis, Financial Procedures, Financial Reporting, Follow Through, Higher Education, Identify Issues, Inventory Reports, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Oracle Financials, Organizational Skills, Peoplesoft, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, SAP, Stewardship, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Salt Lake City, UT
POSTED
7 days ago

Announcement

Details

Open Date 06/10/2026 Requisition Number PRN45334B Job Title Financial Reporting Analysts Working Title Grant Financial Analyst I/II Career Progression Track P00 Track Level P2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level Pro FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40.0 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

Monday through Friday, 8:00 - 5:00 and flexible around core hours. Hybrid acceptable.

VP Area President Department 00359 - Grants & Contracts Accounting Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $32,904.00 - $63,774.00 Close Date 09/10/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

The University of Utah is one of the nation's premier R1 research institutions, generating over $700 million annually in research activity that drives innovation, discovery, and economic growth. As Utah's flagship university, the institution is deeply committed to advancing knowledge, fostering discovery, and serving as an engine of economic and societal impact for the state and beyond.

Within this environment, the Office of Research Management & Compliance (RMC) plays a critical role in ensuring research is supported with strong financial stewardship, integrity, and accountability. RMC is undergoing a period of exciting transformation - expanding staff capacity, implementing new service models, modernizing business processes, and streamlining technology solutions.

The Financial Reporting Analyst II will be tasked with ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting, particularly during the close-out of sponsored projects. Must have the ability to interpret complex financial data and identify findings clearly, ensure accuracy in financial documentation and reporting and robust analytical skills. This position will cross collaborate Principal Investigators, department administrators, and the Grants and Contracts team and requires strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and execute financial closeout procedures for sponsored projects
  • Confirm all expenditures are allowable, allocable, and documented
  • Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance, sponsor terms and institutional policies
  • Prepare final financial reports, technical reports, invention, and inventory reports
  • Reconcile project budgets
  • Monitor cost transfers, payroll allocations and award expenditures
  • Maintain accurate record of closeout activities and communications
  • Identify potential compliance issues

Key skills include:

  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
  • Customer service mindset
  • Commitment to accuracy
  • Follow-up and follow through
  • Critical thinking
  • Inquisitive outlook

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).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.

II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

Strong proficiency in Excel, ERP systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, SAP, Oracle), and financial reporting software.

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 the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu

https://publicsafety.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.

As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

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

    • Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)?
  • Yes

  • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Optional Documents

About the Company

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University of Utah

The state’s oldest and largest institution of higher education, the University of Utah is the flagship university of the state. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs to more than 31,000 students (23,500 undergraduate and 7,500 graduate). The University is noted for its high research profile, its diversity of ideas and people, its stunningly beautiful setting and the warmth, friendliness, and collegiality of its faculty staff, and students. Imagine yourself working in a collaborative, creative, respectful environment where everyone’s contribution is needed and appreciated – University of Utah!

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
1850
WEBSITE
http://www.utah.edu/