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Salary: $20.14 - $25.77 Hourly Location : Salt Lake County, UT Job Type: Full Time Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 47107 Agency: 560 Department of Natural Resources Unit: 5020 DNR DWR SL FISCAL MGT Opening Date: 12/03/2025 Closing Date: 12/10/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA: Non-Exempt Recruiter: Karen Weir # of Openings: 1 Location: 1594 W. North Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period. Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details. EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Job Description Job Title: Accounts Payable Analyst (Financial Analyst I) Job Description: Join our team as a Financial Analyst I at the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources! Are you ready to put your accounting and administrative skills to work while building a fulfilling career with a respected public agency? This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your financial expertise while supporting our mission to conserve and enhance Utah's remarkable wildlife and natural habitats. You'll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to ensuring our state's resources thrive for generations to come. This position is ideal for someone who is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and thrives in a team-oriented environment. You'll have the chance to expand your expertise in professional level administrative and financial duties. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a team passionate about making a positive impact, we want to hear from you! At the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, your work in financial operations plays a vital role in conserving and enhancing Utah's incredible wildlife and natural resources. Joining our team means being part of a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your efforts directly contribute to the protection of our state's natural habitats. We offer excellent opportunities for professional growth and unique experiences including chances to view/engage with wildlife in the field. As a benefitted employee, you'll enjoy comprehensive health and retirement benefits, generous time off, and flexible schedules that promote a positive and fulfilling work-life balance. If you're passionate about making a tangible difference while enjoying a supportive workplace culture, we'd love to have you on our team. For more information about the Department of Natural Resources and the Division of Wildlife Resources, click the links below: Responsibilities • Review and reconcile invoices, purchase orders, receipts, bulk payments, and other purchase/travel-related documents. • Verify purchase/travel compliance with State Purchasing and State Finance rules and regulations. • Obtain payment approvals and enter payment/reimbursement details into the State Financial system (Vantage/Finet). • Manage vendor accounts and reconcile vendor statements. • Coordinate the management of asset inventory. • Reconciles financial statements and reports, analyzing and reviewing the data for accuracy and integrity. • Other accounting-related duties, as assigned. Qualifications Required Qualifications: • Foundational understanding of accounting and fiscal/financial management. • Familiarity with financial systems, such as Vantage/FINET or similar accounting and reporting tools (e.g. Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets). • Ability to quickly learn and use accounting systems and other software essential for financial operations. • Ability to follow and apply federal, state, and organizational policies and procedures related to financial compliance. • Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks. • Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. • Resourcefulness in problem-solving, proactively taking the lead to research and resolving problems or answer questions. • Dependability, accountability, and commitment to delivering high-quality work, timely work. • Understanding the importance of supporting internal and external stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications • Knowledge and proven experience of principles, theories, and practices of accounts payable. • Knowledge and proven experience applying State laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures. • Intermediate proficiency in spreadsheet and data analysis tools including Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets. • Experience with State Finance management tools, resources, and system including Vantage/FINET. • Familiarity with State purchasing and procurement laws. • Skilled at preparing financial reports and documentation. • Knowledge of state purchasing policies or experience with public-sector financial operations. • Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and present actionable insights. • Resolving discrepancies, identifying and addressing errors, and improving processes. • Demonstrated interest or experience in wildlife conservation or public service. Supplemental Information Special Working Conditions or Physical Requirements: • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. Typical Work Schedule: • Normal business hours. Hybrid office/telework options.* Other Requirements: • May be required to complete one or more function exams to demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities related to communication, problem-solving, and/or financial analysis. • Please note, a position's eligibility for telework is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason. Benefits: The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click FMLA General Notice: (right click + open link in new tab) (clic derecho + abrir en una pestaña nueva?) 01 The interview selection process is based on the answers to the supplemental questionslisted below. Is it imperative that the information provided on the application, job profile, andresume is detailed and clearly outlines your work experience and skills. Your answers tothe supplemental questions must be supported by your work experience as documented inyour job profile and/or resume. Failure to follow these instructions will result indisqualification from further consideration for this position. Only those selected for interview will be contacted. • I acknowledge that I have read the statements above. 02 The salary offered for this position for new state employees will be between $22.14 - $25.77 / hr or in accordance with DHRM Rules and DWR Guidelines for current State of Utah employees. Are you willing to accept a salary within this range (or in accordance with DHRM Rules and DWR Guidelines) if you are selected? Those selecting no will not be interviewed or considered. • Yes • No 03 From the options below, select your level of education. • High School Diploma or GED • Some post high school education • Associates Degree • Bachelors Degree or higher • None of the above 04 Are you a current or former State of Utah employee with experience in an accounting or financial-related role? • Yes, I am a current State of Utah employee in an accounting or financial-related role. • Yes, I am a former State of Utah employee with experience in an accounting or financial-related role. • No, but I have accounting or financial experience in the private sector or another public sectororganization. • No, I do not have accounting or financial-related experience. 05 If you answered yes to the question above, in the space below, list your title(s) and agency/agencies for which you worked. If you answered no type N/A. • No experience • Accounts payable, accounts receivable, and/or purchasing (GAX, GMA, PRC, RQS, RQM, RE, CR) • Budgeting, Cost Allocations, Agency Transfers, and/or Journal Entries (IDT, ITA/IET, JVC, JVCO) • Both B & C 06 Select the range that best describes your total experience in an accounting or finance role, overseeing or performing core duties such as general ledger management, accounts payable (A/P), accounts receivable (A/R), financial analysis, and/or financial reporting? • No experience or less than 1 year • 1 - 2 years • 3 - 4 years • 5+ years 07 What is your level of experience with purchasing policies and procedures? • No experience • Hands-on experience with purchasing policies in either the private or public sector • General familiarity with private sector purchasing processes • Extensive experience managing and auditing compliance in state or federal purchasing 08 What is your experience with accounts payables, such as reconciling POs, invoices, statements, and entering payments? • Regularly performed AP tasks, including reconciliation and payment entry, in any sector • Assisted with accounts payables tasks in a private-sector setting • Extensive experience managing accounts payables in the public sector, including auditing for compliance • No experience 09 Which of the following statements best describes your experience with systems and processes for tracking and monitoring assets? • I regularly use a formal software system or database to track a significant inventory including capital assets for depreciation and physical location updates. • I have only used informal methods (simple lists/logs) for a very small inventory, or I have no direct experience with asset tracking systems. • I use structured methods (e.g., specialized spreadsheets or a basic database) to track a limited inventory of a variety of assets, focusing on location and status. • I manage the complete lifecycle (acquisition to disposal) of both capital and non-capital assets using an enterprise-level Asset Management System (AMS), including periodical physical verification, financial valuation, and reporting. • No experience 10 You're asked to help with a report using a tool you've never used before. Your coworker says, "Don't worry, I'll just do it for you." How do you respond? • Thank them, but ask to shadow them so you can learn how it's done. • Accept the help - it'll save time and keep the report accurate. • Tell your supervisor you can't complete the task without formal training. • Decline and try to figure it out alone, even if you're unsure. 11 Please select the option that best describes your experience with Microsoft Excel. • Basic functions (e.g., data entry, simple formulas) • Expert level, with extensive use of advanced Excel functions across multiple datasets in complexfinancial settings • Advanced functions (e.g., pivot tables, macros, data analysis tools) • Intermediate functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, conditional formatting, sorting, filtering) • None of the above 12 Based on your answer to the question above, which statement best reflects how you've applied Excel functions in your work or academic experience? • I've used Excel to build or improve spreadsheets that combine several tools-such as pivot tables, charts, and formulas - to support team or project needs. • I've used Excel to calculate or analyze information using formulas or basic tools, especially for reports or assignments. • I've used Excel mostly for organizing and tracking information, such as entering data or keeping lists. • I've used Excel to manage data sets and perform analysis using a mix of formulas, filters, or templates to make informationeasier to interpret. • None of the above 13 When you're asked to complete a task without clear instructions, which response most closely reflects how you typicallyhandle the situation? • I take time to understand the context and expectations, organize what I know, complete the tasks while keeping those neededinformed. • I'll make an initial attempt to move the task forward and ask others for help early in the process to be sure I'm on the righttrack. • I try to understand what's needed by reviewing any available information or examples, then check in with others only when I need to confirm details. • I usually wait for clarification or direction before moving forward to avoid doing something incorrectly. 14 Which statement best describes the kind of team environment where you do your best work-and how you help create it? • I do my best work when expectations are clear, and everyone stays focused on their individual tasks. I prefer when the team dynamic doesn't interfere too much with my own workflow. • I work best in a positive and supportive environment where everyone communicates well. I try to be kind and cooperative with teammates to maintain a good atmospher...