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13 results for Staff Accountant in Sandy, UT

Sr. Accountant

Lindon, Utah
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced accounting specialist to lead core accounting operations and maintain accurate, timely financial reporting for a growing organization in Utah. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working hands-on across the full accounting cycle, strengthening internal controls, and creating scalable processes in a dynamic environment. The role also partners with leadership on planning activities and offers a path toward broader financial leadership over time. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly and year-end close process, preparing journal entries, maintaining the general ledger, completing reconciliations, and issuing financial reports on a reliable timeline. • Manage the company’s accounting records with a strong command of U.S. GAAP and accrual-based accounting practices, including supporting the shift from cash-based reporting through clear policies and effective controls. • Oversee inventory accounting across multiple warehouse locations by coordinating cycle counts, conducting physical inventory reviews, and reconciling inventory balances to the ledger, including periodic site travel. • Design, document, and enhance accounting procedures and internal controls to support growth and improve consistency within QuickBooks-driven workflows. • Provide guidance and review for day-to-day work completed by accounting staff, including accounts payable and accounts receivable activities. • Contribute to budget preparation, forecasting efforts, and financial analysis requests that help leaders make informed business decisions. • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and visibility across accounting operations as the organization expands.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Corporate Accountant

Salt Lake City, Utah
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Corporate Accountant to support core accounting operations for a chemicals manufacturing organization in Salt Lake City, Utah. This position contributes to accurate financial reporting by assisting with close activities, preparing supporting analyses, and coordinating with teams across the business. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in general ledger accounting, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Support monthly close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing financial data, and completing reconciliations on schedule. • Create accounting reports, schedules, and supporting analyses that help management and operational teams understand financial results. • Maintain general ledger accuracy through account analysis and timely resolution of discrepancies. • Partner with internal and external auditors by gathering requested documentation and explaining accounting support materials. • Work closely with supervisors, finance colleagues, and field personnel to collect information and clarify accounting matters. • Perform bank reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure cash activity is recorded correctly. • Organize daily and monthly priorities to meet reporting deadlines and support broader business objectives.
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Provo, Utah
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support core financial operations for a Contract position based in Provo, Utah. This role will focus on maintaining accurate transaction records, supporting billing activity, and helping keep payables and receivables current. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling day-to-day accounting tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices accurately and ensure accounts payable transactions are recorded in a timely manner. • Monitor incoming customer payments and maintain organized accounts receivable records to support cash flow tracking. • Prepare and issue billing documents while resolving routine invoice questions or discrepancies. • Reconcile account balances and investigate variances to help maintain accurate financial data. • Enter invoice details and other accounting information into internal systems with a high level of accuracy. • Apply and track credit card payments, ensuring proper documentation and posting of transactions. • Support general accounting activities by organizing financial records and assisting with daily transactional workflows.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

West Valley City, Utah
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a Contract position based in West Valley City. Responsibilities:• Manage routine bookkeeping activities by recording financial transactions accurately and maintaining up-to-date accounting records.• Process accounts payable by reviewing invoices, preparing payments, and keeping vendor records organized.• Oversee accounts receivable activities, including issuing invoices, monitoring outstanding balances, and supporting timely collections.• Perform bank and account reconciliations to confirm that financial data matches supporting documentation and statements.• Use QuickBooks to enter, track, and maintain financial information with a high level of accuracy.• Review accounting entries for completeness and consistency to help support reliable financial reporting.• Assist with resolving discrepancies in payments, receipts, and account balances in a timely manner.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Salt Lake City, Utah
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee core accounting operations for our manufacturing organization in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role will guide the close cycle, support accurate financial reporting, and serve as a key resource for technical accounting matters across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound judgment, and a practical approach to improving processes while maintaining reliable controls. Responsibilities: • Direct monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to deliver complete and accurate financial results on schedule. • Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff, building technical capability and encouraging a culture of accountability and continuous growth. • Evaluate complex accounting activity and apply company policies consistently to support compliant financial reporting. • Work closely with operational and corporate partners to address accounting issues and streamline workflows across departments. • Oversee the design and effectiveness of internal controls to protect financial integrity and support compliance efforts. • Coordinate audit support by preparing requested documentation, answering inquiries, and facilitating communication with external auditors. • Review financial performance, identify unexpected fluctuations, and provide clear analysis to help management understand results. • Advance accounting procedures and reporting practices to improve efficiency without weakening control standards. • Contribute to special initiatives such as system implementations, acquisitions, and broader process improvement efforts. • Act as an internal subject matter expert for technical accounting questions and related guidance.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Financial Accounting Analyst

Springville, Utah
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
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.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Advisor, Payroll Tax & Accounting

South Jordan, Utah
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 118000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll tax and accounting specialist to join a leading organization in the energy and natural resources sector in South Jordan, Utah. This role focuses on statutory payroll compliance, reconciliation accuracy, and year-end reporting, while serving as a knowledgeable partner to payroll and finance teams. The ideal candidate brings strong Canadian payroll tax expertise, a control-oriented mindset, and the ability to improve processes through careful analysis and collaboration. Responsibilities: • Manage payroll tax and statutory compliance activities to ensure filings, remittances, and related obligations are completed accurately and within required deadlines. • Review payroll submissions and supporting data, confirming amounts are properly reported and addressing issues before external filings are finalized. • Prepare and analyze compliance reports, identify inconsistencies in payroll tax data, and take corrective action to resolve reporting differences. • Reconcile payroll tax accounts and compare general ledger balances to statutory records to maintain alignment between payroll and finance. • Research variances across payroll results, accounting entries, and government filings, then coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve root causes. • Enhance and maintain internal controls that support payroll tax reporting, statutory compliance, and risk reduction. • Lead year-end payroll tax reporting activities, including preparation, validation, correction, and amendment of required tax forms and related documentation. • Provide technical guidance to payroll team members by sharing subject matter expertise, documenting procedures, and supporting process improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Senior Advisor, Payroll Tax & Accounting (18-Month Fixed)

South Jordan, Utah
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Permanent / Full Time
118000 - 138000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll tax and accounting specialist with strong attention to detail to support critical compliance and reporting activities in South Jordan, Utah. This position plays a key role in overseeing payroll-related statutory obligations, strengthening financial controls, and guiding complex year-end reporting requirements. The successful candidate will collaborate across payroll, finance, accounting, and external stakeholders to ensure accurate filings, timely reconciliations, and effective audit readiness. Responsibilities: • Oversee payroll tax compliance activities and provide senior-level guidance to ensure statutory filings, remittances, and reporting obligations are completed accurately and on time. • Manage year-end payroll reporting from preparation through final review, including tax slips, reconciliations, corrections, and documentation needed for approval and sign-off. • Review payroll-related general ledger activity and statutory account balances, investigate variances, and resolve issues that may affect financial accuracy or compliance. • Serve as the lead contact for payroll tax reviews, regulatory examinations, and audit requests, coordinating responses and maintaining supporting records. • Advise stakeholders on compliance exposure, control effectiveness, and corrective actions to reduce risk and improve reporting integrity. • Document key payroll tax processes, controls, and risk considerations while supporting structured knowledge transfer for critical responsibilities. • Partner with payroll operations, finance, accounting, tax specialists, auditors, and regulatory bodies to address escalated payroll tax and compliance matters. • Contribute to month-end and year-end accounting activities by supporting reconciliations, journal-related review needs, and alignment between payroll outputs and financial records.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Salt Lake City, Utah
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Temporary / Contract
19.95 - 23.1 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support payment operations for an organization in Salt Lake City. This Contract position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling high-volume invoice and payment activity. The person in this role will help maintain accurate financial records while ensuring vendors are paid correctly and on time. Responsibilities:• Review incoming invoices, assign the proper account codes, and prepare them for timely processing.• Verify payment details for accuracy and enter accounts payable transactions into the appropriate systems.• Manage ACH payments and assist with scheduled check runs to ensure obligations are completed by required deadlines.• Reconcile invoice information with supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies with internal teams or vendors.• Maintain organized payable records so documentation is complete, accurate, and easy to retrieve when needed.• Monitor outstanding items and follow up proactively to support smooth day-to-day payment operations.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

North Salt Lake, Utah
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
The AP/Billing Specialist is responsible for accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payments, employee expenses, customer billing, and related accounting activities. This position supports Accounts Payable and Billing operations while maintaining strong internal controls, accurate financial records, and timely month-end reporting. Key Responsibilities:· Primary responsibility is to handle the administrative and clerical needs of the A/P finance department· Execute daily processes and controls accurately and in a timely manner; provide compliance with Company policies· Providing customer service to internal business partners· Providing internal and external audit assistance as required· Open, sort and distribute daily department mail· Sort, log, photocopy, and file invoices, checks, and other documents· Verify, log and mail checks, including expediting special handling
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Salt Lake City, Utah
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 30 USD / Hourly
Opening for a Payroll Clerk seeking a company they can grow in. The right Payroll Clerk for this role is someone achievement-oriented and focused on their work. The Payroll Clerk will be over:· Contact employees via email and phone to obtain timesheet approvals· Deliver instruction/training to employees regarding the use of payroll-related systems including entry of timesheets, online access of pay statements, etc.· Perform clerical duties such as filing, scanning, faxing, photocopying, etc.· Data entry into Excel and the ADP payroll system
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

West Valley City, Utah
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk who is thorough and skilled in their work. The right Accounts Receivable Clerk for this job is someone who: <ul><li>Generate accurate and timely invoices for services rendered, ensuring compliance with billing terms and contracts.</li><li>Accurately apply payments received to customer accounts, ensuring proper allocation.</li><li>Analyze and ensure accurate recording of revenue and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Reconcile payments received with invoices and resolve any discrepancies or issues promptly. </li><li>Prepare and analyze accounts receivable aging reports, identifying open invoices, and taking appropriate actions to ensure payments are received.</li><li>Assist with month-end closing process and audits.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline and improve accounts receivable processes for increased efficiency.</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

GL Accountant

Springville, Utah
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a GL Accountant. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, supporting core accounting operations, and helping improve financial processes as the team continues to grow. The position offers the opportunity to contribute across general ledger activities, reconciliations, reporting, and cost analysis in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities:• Maintain the general ledger by preparing and posting journal entries, reviewing account activity, and ensuring financial records remain accurate and current.• Complete regular account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to support timely and reliable month-end and year-end close processes.• Analyze operating expenses and business cost drivers, including areas such as labor, administrative functions, and shipping, to support informed financial decision-making.• Prepare invoices, manage fixed asset accounting records, and assist with the creation of financial statements and balance sheet schedules.• Support audit readiness by compiling documentation, preparing reports, and explaining findings or variances to internal accounting stakeholders.• Contribute to tax-related accounting activities, including support for corporate tax and sales tax reporting requirements as needed.• Evaluate accounting workflows and recommend practical improvements that strengthen compliance, control costs, and increase operational efficiency.• Collaborate with a small accounting team to uphold company policies, meet reporting expectations, and support the development of scalable finance practices.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z