Sr Mgr, Accounting Operations

Sr Mgr, Accounting Operations University of Utah

• 4.1 Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Full-time $90,000
• $110,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Retirement plan Qualifications General management Senior leadership Full Job Description The Senior Manager, Accounting Operations leads the daily accounting functions that support HCI's research, education, and outreach mission.

This role oversees a team responsible for internal controls, accounts payable, purchasing, recharge center accounts receivable, fixed assets, and the research receiving dock. The position combines technical accounting expertise with strong operational leadership to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficient service delivery across HCI. Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve

• which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming
• with impact worldwide.

In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission and this position. Responsibilities Operational Leadership Direct daily accounting operations including recharge center A/R invoicing, collections, reconciliations, purchasing cards reviews, cost transfers, and journal entries. Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with HCI and UU policies for A/P, purchasing card transactions, and purchase orders. Review and approve ePRs, purchasing card reports, journal entries, and reconciliations. Review contracts under $10K and advise department heads on issues and risks. Contribute to developing and updating HCI financial policies and procedures. Support internal audits by coordinating schedules, documentation, and responses to auditor inquiries. Participate in special projects, system upgrades, and organizational initiatives. Identify opportunities to automate or optimize HCI processes to improve efficiency and reduce errors. Monitor accounting operations KPIs related to accuracy, timeliness, and compliance; recommend improvements based on data insights. Customer Support Provide guidance and support to HCI investigators and staff, addressing ad hoc questions and connecting them with UU resources when needed. Ensure clear communication with department heads through updated training materials, FAQs, and content on the HCI Finance web page. Team Management Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting and receiving dock professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. Set performance goals, conduct evaluations, and identify training opportunities to strengthen team capabilities. Ensure sufficient cross-training and coverage for team absences. This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously:

Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously:

Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often:

Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom:

Bending, reaching overhead. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Four to six years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department's area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Master's degree in a related area may be preferred. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Preferences Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information 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. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. 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. 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. 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. 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 . Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.

edu 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. 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. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education) Yes No
• Do you have four or more years of progressively more responsible management experience? Yes No Do you have any current relatives working in HCI? (Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter Historical Only
• Do Not Use
• See Description for More Information
• Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214)
• Veteran Only Historical Only
• Do Not Use
• See Document Description for More Information
• Addendum to the University of Utah
• Veteran Only Open Date 06/16/2026 Requisition Number

PRN45351B

Job Title Manager, Accounting & Finance Working Title Sr Mgr, Accounting Operations Career Progression Track F Track Level 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 VP Area President Department 01259

• HCI Finance Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 90000
• 110000 Close Date 07/19/2026 Priority Review Date (Note
• Posting may close at any time)