Financial Analyst II

• May fill at level II or I depending on experience and qualifications*

• May fill at level II or I depending on experience and qualifications*

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary – $25.00 - $31.00 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Final date to receive applications – 9/10/2026*

This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received.

This is an intermediate-level role that requires a thorough knowledge of pertinent policies and procedures to assist with the management of financial programs and a high volume of financial functions. This is an exciting opportunity for finance professionals to apply their expertise in a meaningful way while assisting the Division of Water Rights employees. This position may be filled as a Financial Analyst II or I depending on experience and qualification.

• Manage vendor setup, maintain vendor accounts, and process payments in the state accounting system.
• Assist with employee training and compliance initiatives, including travel and P-card management.
• Support program managers with procurement and purchasing needs.
• Maintain financial data in a system to assist with preparation of annual reports.
• Be a payroll coordinator for the Division.
• Prepare documents and make payments in Vantage Financial.
• Ensure financial compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and department rules, policies, standards and practices.
• Report findings and make recommendations.
• Research and review financial records, transactions, and documentation.
• Process Cash Receipts.
• Handle payment history changes.
• Reviews fiscal transactions to ensure integrity, accuracy and control of data.
• Read, interpret, maintain and analyze income statements.
• Input payroll data into Vantage Payroll act as Payroll Coordinator for Division.

• Two years of accounting or related study, accounting and/or finance experience.
• Maintain and prepare financial reports and documentation.
• Use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions.
• Ability to make a decision and solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives and propose quality solutions.
• Can effectively communicate in writing and verbally
• Work with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
• Intermediate skills and experience using Microsoft Excel
• The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will understand.
• The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.

• Preference may be given to current State employees.
• Preference may be given to candidates with an education in finance, accounting, or a related field or at least 2 years of progressively responsible experience in a work-related field.
• Preference may be given to those with excellent analytical skills and advanced Excel knowledge and experience. 3 years of experience working in accounting or finance or at least 2 years of higher education in accounting or finance. Use automated accounting systems and/or financial computer systems

1594 West North Temple Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116…