Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

Come join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in our community, where the well-being of our residents is always our top priority. We offer flexible scheduling options (based on position) and foster professional growth through comprehensive training programs and learning opportunities. Shape your future in a career that empowers you to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the City's accounting operations, ensuring financial integrity, and providing accurate financial information to support decision-making. The Controller is responsible for the day-to‑day operations of the City's accounting division, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

This position does complex accounting work in directing the fiscal operations of the City; administrative work in planning, directing, and coordinating the accounting programs for the City; and administrative and supervisory work directing the City’s accounting activities.

Schedule:

Full‑time, 4x10 hour shifts Monday‑Thursday

Starting Pay: $ - $ annually depending on qualifications

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Benefits: Full Benefits; health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, education assistance program

Retirement:
Utah Retirement Systems, pension and/or 401(k)

Job Posting Close Date:
May close any time after November 1st, 2026

Financial Management and Reporting

• Assist the Finance Director in developing and implementing comprehensive accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, GASB).
• Oversee the preparation of annual financial statements, including preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). The ACFR should be eligible for GFOA's Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting; submit the ACFR to GFOA for review.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and other financial reports to the Finance Director, governing body, department heads, and other stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with other City Departments and internal users.
• Monitor and analyze financial performance, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions.
• Analyze financial data to support decision-making and identify opportunities for cost savings or revenue enhancement.
• Assist the Finance Director in the development and implementation of the annual budget.

• The Controller leads the Accounting Division as the Division Head in the following operations:
• Maintain overall integrity of the City's financial records and reporting system, including managing the general ledger.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions.
• Coordinate annual year-end audits with the external CPA firm and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Prepare and file required year-end reports to the Utah State Auditor and other agencies, including continuing disclosure information for long-term debt issues.
• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard municipal assets.
• Compile and maintain information on City-administered grants and other government‑funded programs and submit required reports and other data to maintain program compliance.
• Maintain accurate, accessible records of capital assets owned and operated by the City.
• Maintain current, accurate records of all bonds, leases, and other ongoing debt issued by the City.
• Perform periodic internal audits of departments, including review of unclaimed property, inventory audits, and petty cash audits. This is especially…