Financial Accounting Analyst

Description We are looking for a Financial Accounting Analyst to join our team in Utah. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can strengthen financial reporting, support payroll-related accounting, and deliver meaningful analysis that helps leaders manage costs effectively. You will work closely with a collaborative accounting group while contributing ideas that improve processes, maintain compliance, and support sound financial decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze budget performance against actual results, monitor departmental spending, and prepare forecasts to support operational planning.

• Evaluate labor, administrative, and overhead costs to help the business understand key cost drivers and improve financial visibility.

• Complete account reconciliations with a focus on payroll liabilities, accrual balances, and general ledger accuracy.

• Assist with payroll accounting activities while ensuring records are maintained in accordance with internal policies and applicable regulations.

• Identify opportunities to reduce expenses, strengthen financial controls, and improve workflows that support project profitability.

• Contribute to the development of accounting processes and reporting practices as the team continues to grow and evolve.

• Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and modeling to support management decisions and business performance reviews. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline.

• At least 2 years of experience in accounting, financial planning and analysis, or a similar finance role.

• Strong attention to detail with a consistent ability to follow regulations, company policies, and federal accounting standards.

• Working knowledge of financial analysis, variance review, accrual accounting, and account reconciliation.

• Experience supporting payroll processes and maintaining general ledger accuracy.

• An active license related to accounting or finance, or progress toward obtaining one, is preferred.

• Familiarity with Deltek Costpoint, particularly payroll, labor, and core accounting functions, is preferred.

• Ability to recommend practical process improvements and cost-control strategies based on financial findings.

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