Accounting Operations & Contract Analyst

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Utah Housing Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Accounting Operations & Contract Analyst to join our team. This full-time position is based in West Valley City. The starting annual pay for this role is $70,000-$78,500 depending on experience.

As an Accounting Operations & Contract Analyst, you will help uphold the financial and operational integrity of the organization by managing contract compliance, overseeing procurement processes, and conducting financial analyses that support strategic decision-making. This position requires strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate with both internal teams and external partners to ensure accountability and transparency in financial operations.

As an Accounting Operations & Contract Analyst, you will be responsible for monitoring revenues, expenditures, and other transactions using the organization's accounting system, ensuring all entries are accurate, authorized, and properly reconciled. You will prepare journal entries for the general ledger, assist in monthly financial reporting, and troubleshoot issues in alignment with GAAP and internal policies. A key aspect of the role involves verifying that all contracts and procurement activities meet regulatory standards and internal guidelines. This includes coordinating procurement across departments, reviewing vendor compliance, and managing records for 1099 reporting and budget tracking.

You will also support broader financial efforts by analyzing housing development project performance, preparing for audits, and identifying trends or irregularities that may indicate emerging financial concerns. Your ability to spot these patterns and recommend improvements will help drive operational excellence. This position may also be assigned related duties to support team needs and organizational goals.

Minimum education for this position includes a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field. Candidates must have 3 to 5 years of full-time, paid professional experience in accounting, finance, procurement, or contract management.

Utah Housing Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions to Utah Retirement Systems (URS), PEHP traditional health plans, and a high-deductible health plan with employer HSA contributions. Additional benefits include dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, group term life and accident insurance, and options for 401(k), 457, IRA, and Roth IRA plans. We also offer a supportive coaching work environment that encourages professional development and collaboration.

At Utah Housing Corporation, we are guided by our core values: integrity, respect, communication, teamwork and collaboration, and growth and development. These principles shape how we work with each other and with the communities we serve. We're looking for someone who reflects these values in their day-to-day approach and takes pride in contributing to a mission-driven organization.

If you're ready to make an impact while growing your career in a values-based organization, we invite you to apply.

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