Accounts Payable Analyst

Job Title: Accounts Payable Analyst (Financial Analyst I)

Job Description:
Join our team as a Financial Analyst I at the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources! Are you ready to put your accounting and administrative skills to work while building a fulfilling career with a respected public agency? This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your financial expertise while supporting our mission to conserve and enhance Utah’s remarkable wildlife and natural habitats. You’ll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to ensuring our state’s resources thrive for generations to come. This position is ideal for someone who is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and thrives in a team-oriented environment. You’ll have the chance to expand your expertise in professional level administrative and financial duties. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a team passionate about making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, your work in financial operations plays a vital role in conserving and enhancing Utah’s incredible wildlife and natural resources. Joining our team means being part of a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your efforts directly contribute to the protection of our state’s natural habitats. We offer excellent opportunities for professional growth and unique experiences including chances to view/engage with wildlife in the field. As a benefitted employee, you’ll enjoy comprehensive health and retirement benefits, generous time off, and flexible schedules that promote a positive and fulfilling work-life balance. If you’re passionate about making a tangible difference while enjoying a supportive workplace culture, we’d love to have you on our team.
Why Utah Employee Benefits

Utah Division of Wildlife Resources
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Responsibilities

• Review and reconcile invoices, purchase orders, receipts, bulk payments, and other purchase/travel-related documents.
• Verify purchase/travel compliance with State Purchasing and State Finance rules and regulations.
• Obtain payment approvals and enter payment/reimbursement details into the State Financial system (Vantage/Finet).
• Manage vendor accounts and reconcile vendor statements.
• Coordinate the management of asset inventory.
• Reconciles financial statements and reports, analyzing and reviewing the data for accuracy and integrity.
• Other accounting-related duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Foundational understanding of accounting and fiscal/financial management.
• Familiarity with financial systems, such as Vantage/FINET or similar accounting and reporting tools (e.g. Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets).
• Ability to quickly learn and use accounting systems and other software essential for financial operations.
• Ability to follow and apply federal, state, and organizational policies and procedures related to financial compliance.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Resourcefulness in problem-solving, proactively taking the lead to research and resolving problems or answer questions.
• Dependability, accountability, and commitment to delivering high-quality work, timely work.
• Understanding the importance of supporting internal and external stakeholders.

• Knowledge and proven experience of principles, theories, and practices of accounts payable.
• Knowledge and proven experience applying State laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.
• Intermediate proficiency in spreadsheet and data analysis tools including Microsoft Excel and Google
  Sheets.
• Experience with State Finance management tools, resources, and system including Vantage/FINET.
• Familiarity with State purchasing and procurement laws.
• Skilled at preparing financial reports and documentation.
• Knowledge of state purchasing policies or experience with public-sector financial operations.
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and present actionable insights.
• Resolving discrepancies, identifying and addressing errors, and improving processes.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in wildlife conservation or public service.

Supplemental Information

Special Working Conditions or Physical Requirements:

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

• Normal business hours. Hybrid office/telework options.*

• May be required to complete one or more function exams to demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities related to communication, problem-solving, and/or financial analysis.

• Please note, a position's eligibility for telework is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.