Accounts Payable Specialist

DESCRIPTION

Network(s):
Finance, HR, & Administration

The Accounts Payable Specialist is a vital member of Utah Symphony | Utah Opera’s (USUO) Finance and Information Technology team. The incumbent for this position is expected to utilize fierce attention to detail, cumulative knowledge, and creative expertise to lead the clear, timely, and effective functioning of payables and internal charge processing. Under the guidance of the Controller, the specialist will provide high levels of service to the entire organization by fostering fiscal responsibility, including meeting deadlines and abiding by clear financial policies.

Often acting as the direct point of contact between the organization and vendors, this individual will occasionally serve as a company ambassador in a forward-facing manner.

• Prepare, analyze, and input all invoices including verification of proper documentation (third party evidence, GL coding, and department approvals).
• Assemble check processing, issuing, and mailing.
• Reconcile credit cards and prepare for payment.
• Manage BILL credit card system, including training of new organization members.
• Oversee internal Expense Portal system.
• Collect, manage, and file appropriate tax documents (W-9 and W-8
  
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• Store and organize historical financial records.

• Assist with annual audits.
• Develop a streamlined process for accounts payable.
• Support management through ad hoc data collecting, reporting, analysis.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

• Two or more years’ experience in an accounting environment and/or an associate degree in a business-related field.
• Working knowledge of Great Plains software, preferred.
• Ability to interact with department managers to resolve financial or data discrepancies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize details and requests.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively with the team and across functions.
• Experience interacting with and providing support for customers.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the department.
• Ability to keep information confidential.

• Prolonged periods of remaining stationary and working on a computer.

Pay begins at $21/hour, plus excellent benefits.

October 1, 2026

Pay Range
: $21 - $21 Hourly

Benefits
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Full-time staff receive health coverage (USUO pays 100%), 401(k) contribution plan, and paid time-off and holidays.

Free Tickets
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Staff receive complimentary and discounted tickets to Utah Symphony and Utah Opera performances.

Music touches lives for good and enriches our community. Be part of an organization that brings beauty and happiness to the lives of people all over the state.

The staff supports USUO’s mission to connect the community through great live music by doing everything from promotion and fundraising to artistic planning and operations. View and apply for open positions below.

September 30, 2026