<p>Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job</p> <p>Announcement</p> <p>Details</p> <p>Open Date 04/24/2026 Requisition Number PRN44841B Job Title Accountants (Tax) Working Title Tax Accountant I Career Progression Track P00 Track Level P1 - Entry Level Pro FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary</p> <p>Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Depending on departmental needs. Hybrid schedule.</p> <p>VP Area President Department 01110 - Tax Services Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $55,000-$58,000 Close Date 05/25/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary</p> <p>Prepare payroll garnishments and maintain organization's payroll accounting records and financial statements. Prepare documents for garnishments and research inquiries from garnishors regarding official orders, compliance, and other claims. Research methods and present proposals to improve garnishment processes. Analyze payroll accounting records and reports and assist in preparation. Maintain knowledge of all applicable garnishment laws and regulations. Basic skill set and proficiency required. Conduct work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.</p> <p>Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Prepare payroll deductions and garnishment payments, and other accounting documents. </li><li>Must meet critical payroll reporting and other deadlines with respect to all wage garnishments. </li><li>Perform general ledger reconciliations, review garnishment transactions, and process journal entries and </li></ul> <p>corrections to resolve discrepancies or errors.</p> <ul> <li>Interact with customers and garnishors. </li><li>Develop accounting systems and documents to support the input and handling of financial data and </li></ul> <p>report</p> <ul> <li>Interpret university policies and authority sources and provide instructions and guidance to stakeholders. </li><li>Review garnishment processes and procedures and recommend improvements for best practices and </li></ul> <p>compliance.</p> <ul> <li>Provide excellent customer service and timely support to stakeholders. </li><li>Responsible person on other assigned departmental tasks and projects. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).</p> <p>Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.</p> <p>Preferences</p> <ul> <li>Experience in payroll accounting. </li><li>Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. </li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills. </li></ul> <p>Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information</p> <p>The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.</p> <p>This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.</p> <p>The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.</p> <p>Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.</p> <p>Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.</p> <p>To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page.</p> <p>Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu</p> <p>https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.</p> <p>As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.</p> <p>Posting Specific Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>What is your highest level of completed education? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>None</p> </li><li> <p>High School Diploma or Equivalent</p> </li><li> <p>Associate Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Bachelor's Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Master's Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Doctorate Degree</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>How many years of related work experience do you have? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Less than 2 years</p> </li><li> <p>2 years or more, but less than 4 years</p> </li><li> <p>4 years or more, but less than 6 years</p> </li><li> <p>6 years or more, but less than 8 years</p> </li><li> <p>8 years or more, but less than 10 years</p> </li><li> <p>10 years or more, but less than 12 years</p> </li><li> <p>12 years or more, but less than 14 years</p> </li><li> <p>14 years or more</p> </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Resume </li><li>List of References </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li></ul>