Accountant , II or Senior

Performs a variety of accounting and general management duties as needed to direct and control the maintenance of accounting general ledgers according to generally accepted accounting principles. Initiates changes and processes that are designed to enhance the general accounting functions of Utah Retirement Systems and its various departments.

This job may be filled at any of the levels listed below.

Accountant I- Min: $25.58/hr max: $31.96/hr.
Accountant II
- Min: $30.18/hr max: $38.48/hr.
Sr. Accountant- Min: $76,663.25/yr. Max: $97,740.77/yr.

• Initiates, recommends, and implements accounting policy and procedure changes.
• Resolves technical issues related to accounting procedures, reporting, balancing, and reconciling.
• Audits and analyzes methods and procedures for validity and efficiency and assures security of information recorded within the system.
• Coordinates between departments to resolve discrepancies and to verify the transactions.
• Maintains accounting general ledgers and applies technical knowledge according to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Prepares adjusting and correcting entries.
• Utilizes general ledgers and cash control fund, budgets, financial reporting, financial/member statistics, member reconciliations, payroll administration, accounts payable, cash receipts, cash disbursements, checking account control, and accounts receivable.
• Prepares reconciliations to the general ledgers to ensure timely completion.
• Assists division managers with financial reporting of budget funds and monthly reports.
• Works with computer programmers, Controllers, and Finance staff regarding/initiating new program ideas and changes and to investigate and resolve complex program problems.
• Initiates investigations of accounting records to determine or resolve discrepancies.
• Provides support to audit personnel during special audits.
• Documents and updates flowcharts and outlines for department procedures.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in financial management or accounting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Bachelors Degree in accounting, finance, business management, public administration, computer programming or a related field; and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in financial management or accounting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preference for professional designation as Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

This list contains knowledge, skills, and abilities that are typically associated with the job. It is not all-inclusive and may vary from position to position:

Required technical skills include the working knowledge and ability of:

• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Specialized software for accounting applications.

Required mathematical skills include working knowledge of:

• Calculating figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, and percentages.
• Mathematical measures, calculations, and terminology.
• Basic algebra concepts.
• Statistical measures, calculations, and terminology.
• 10-key calculator.

Required accounting skills including the working knowledge of:

• Professional accounting standards and ethics.
• Generally accepted accounting principles established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Government Accounting Standards Board.
• Internal control principles and methods of application.
• Analyzing routine accounting problems and making standard adjustments.
• Cost analysis for various account expense categories.
• Analyze a variety of financial problems and make recommendations.

Must possess excellent communication skills:

• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Must have the ability to:

• Ability to carry out a vital process with general supervision.
• Coordinate a variety of financial administrative matters.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Prioritize work.
• Perform within deadlines.
• Work well in a team environment as well as independently.
• Multi-task by handling a variety of duties in a timely and efficient manner.
• Apply policies and procedures to work situations.
• Follow through with assignments.
• Deal effectively with stress caused by workload and time deadlines.

The incumbent must always demonstrate judgment, high integrity, and personal values consistent with the values of URS.

As a requirement of this position, the employee will submit to the URS Investment Compliance Officer a record of trade confirmations or monthly…