Job Summary
Maintains and reconciles ledgers and accounts according to generally accepted accounting principles. Prepares and analyzes financial information, prepares reports and financial statements based upon derived statistics and analysis performed.
Recognized as one of the leading public television stations in the country, PBS Utah is committed to serving the Utah community through diverse local productions, K-12 educational programs, and community engagement. PBS Utah works to provide the people of Utah and surrounding areas with relevant programming and services while upholding core values of integrity, fairness, independence, education, and innovation.

Benefits
Health, dental, and wellness coverage
Automatic and immediately vested 14.2% employer contribution to personal retirement account (401a)
Free public transportation pass (Utah Transit Authority)
Paid leave time
Tuition reduction for employee and family members
… and more: https://www.hr.Utah.edu/benefits/

Responsibilities
Prepares and assesses PBS Utah and KUER-FM’s budget, revenue, expense, payroll and journal entries, and other accounting documents.
Analyzes and monitors PBS Utah and KUER-FM’s budgets and expenditures for compliance with fiscal accountability and reporting requirements.
Analyzes and forecasts revenue and expenditure trends for PBS Utah and KUER-FM.
Reconciles balance sheets, cash, general ledger, payroll accounts and supporting journal entries.
Interacts with internal and external auditors and participates in auditing projects.
Reviews PBS Utah and KUER expense and accounting documents for accuracy and appropriate approvals and ensures transactions are charged to the correct account.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Problem Solving
This position requires the ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles, federal cost accounting regulations and University policies and procedures to a variety of situations. The incumbent must be able to interpret complex policies and effectively communicate the information in an easily understood manner. The incumbent is required to provide analysis of each situation and use professional judgement in reaching a solution. The Accountant is expected to recommend changes to accounting based procedures based upon analysis performed and specialized knowledge.

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 Accounting, Finance or a related field, plus one year related experience or equivalency required. A thorough understanding of general ledger accounting practices, cost analysis and accounting principles, as well as demonstrated analytical, problem solving, human relations and effective communication skills also required.

Knowledge of PeopleSoft or Access databases may be preferred in some areas.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.