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Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable
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Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Provo, UT (In Person)
$49,920 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Staff Accountant Accounts Payable
Four weeks of paid holidays in addition to accrued paid time offComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageEmployermatched HSA and 401(k) with immediate vestingLife and disability insuranceTuition discounts, tuition reimbursement, and professional development fundingMental health counseling and wellness resourcesFinancial wellness coaching and retirement planning support
Previous experience in an Institution of Higher Learning environment preferred, but not requiredKnowledgeKnowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and federal cost accounting regulationsProficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise Desktop preferred but not required. Skilled in the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly ExcelFrequent use of the VLookup function in Excel to combine data from various sources for reportingProficient with current technology and ability to learn new skills/programs quicklyExperience in Microsoft Workspace including Outlook, OneDrive, Word, Excel, etc.
SkillsStrong verbal and written communication skills including customer serviceResponsible, organized, prompt, and attentive to detailsTakes initiative and enjoys creating and improving processesOutstanding interpersonal and community relations skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively within a diverse community Ability to organize, prioritize, and time-manage work assignments in a self-start environmentResponsible and trustworthy with confidential financial information
RMU values innovation, service, and continuous improvement, supporting faculty and staff who contribute to a learning environment focused on student success and community impact.
Employment with the university is atwill, unless otherwise provided by applicable state law.
COMPENSATION
&BENEFITSExpected Pay Range:
$23.00 - $25.00 per hour (Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.)Benefits & Perks:
RMU offers a comprehensive benefits and perks package, which includes:Four weeks of paid holidays in addition to accrued paid time offComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageEmployermatched HSA and 401(k) with immediate vestingLife and disability insuranceTuition discounts, tuition reimbursement, and professional development fundingMental health counseling and wellness resourcesFinancial wellness coaching and retirement planning support
WORK ENVIRONMENT
& SCHEDULEThis is a full-time, on-site position that operates in a professional office environment. Standard business hours are expected, with occasional additional time during peak periods such as month-end close, audits, or reporting cycles.ABOUT THE
ROLEThe Staff Accountant Accounts Payable supports the Finance Office by performing a variety of accounting functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and federal cost accounting regulations. This role focuses on accounts payable operations, financial recordkeeping, and supporting organizational financial processes.WHY THIS ROLE
MATTERSThis role ensures timely and accurate financial transactions, maintains compliance with accounting standards, and supports financial transparency. Accurate accounts payable processing and reconciliation directly impact vendor relationships, audit readiness, and the universitys overall financial integrity.WHAT YOU WILL
DOAccounts Payable & Reconciliation Enter vendor bills in accounting system (QuickBooks) with appropriate electronic backupUpload direct deposit batch to bank weekly for vendor paymentsPrepare and mail vendor checks weekly and attach appropriate backup in accounting filesRecord all expense reports and travel reimbursementsMaintain accounts payable records and filesSet up new employees with company credit cards, including training for credit card system, and ongoing cardholder assistance as neededExport monthly credit card transactions for over 185 employees from Visa Spend Clarity software and prepare monthly credit card reconciliationsAssist in the fixed asset/capital, depreciation and prepaid processes as neededRecord petty cash transactions and monthly reconciliationAssist in RMU store merchandise reconciliation and process annual sales tax returns related to the store sales transactionsRecords Management File, organize, and maintain hard copy and electronic financial recordsProvide support for annual external Finance Audit as part of year-end closeAssist in preparation and distribution of annual tax form 1099 for all vendorsDistribute ad hoc reporting as necessary, related to budget vs. actuals, etc. Other Duties as AssignedThe above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. This person will be asked to perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.WHAT WE ARE LOOKING
FOREducationAssociates degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field (or equivalent experience)Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field is preferredExperienceMinimum of two years of relevant financial experience in an accounting setting, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.Previous experience in an Institution of Higher Learning environment preferred, but not requiredKnowledgeKnowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and federal cost accounting regulationsProficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise Desktop preferred but not required. Skilled in the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly ExcelFrequent use of the VLookup function in Excel to combine data from various sources for reportingProficient with current technology and ability to learn new skills/programs quicklyExperience in Microsoft Workspace including Outlook, OneDrive, Word, Excel, etc.
SkillsStrong verbal and written communication skills including customer serviceResponsible, organized, prompt, and attentive to detailsTakes initiative and enjoys creating and improving processesOutstanding interpersonal and community relations skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively within a diverse community Ability to organize, prioritize, and time-manage work assignments in a self-start environmentResponsible and trustworthy with confidential financial information
ABOUT ROCKY MOUNTAIN UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH
PROFESSIONSRocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) is a graduatelevel institution dedicated to advancing healthcare education, research, and service. The university prepares healthcare professionals through evidencebased curricula, collaborative learning, and a commitment to ethical and inclusive practice.RMU values innovation, service, and continuous improvement, supporting faculty and staff who contribute to a learning environment focused on student success and community impact.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & ACCOMMODATIONRMU
is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.Employment with the university is atwill, unless otherwise provided by applicable state law.