Data Reporting Analyst Intern Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Announcement
Details
Open Date
06/10/2026
Requisition Number
PRN45334B
Job Title
Financial Reporting Analysts
Working Title
Grant Financial Analyst I/II
Career Progression Track
P00
Track Level
P2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level Pro
FLSA Code
Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40.0
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday through Friday, 8:00 - 5:00 and flexible around core hours. Hybrid acceptable.
VP Area
President
Department
00359 - Grants & Contracts Accounting
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$32,904.00 - $63,774.00
Close Date
09/10/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The University of Utah is one of the nation's premier R1 research institutions, generating over $700 million annually in research activity that drives innovation, discovery, and economic growth. As Utah's flagship university, the institution is deeply committed to advancing knowledge, fostering discovery, and serving as an engine of economic and societal impact for the state and beyond.
Within this environment, the Office of Research Management & Compliance (RMC) plays a critical role in ensuring research is supported with strong financial stewardship, integrity, and accountability. RMC is undergoing a period of exciting transformation - expanding staff capacity, implementing new service models, modernizing business processes, and streamlining technology solutions.
The Financial Reporting Analyst II will be tasked with ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting, particularly during the close-out of sponsored projects. Must have the ability to interpret complex financial data and identify findings clearly, ensure accuracy in financial documentation and reporting and robust analytical skills. This position will cross collaborate Principal Investigators, department administrators, and the Grants and Contracts team and requires strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu
The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.
Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute financial closeout procedures for sponsored projects
• Confirm all expenditures are allowable, allocable, and documented
• Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance, sponsor terms and institutional policies
• Prepare final financial reports, technical reports, invention, and inventory reports
• Reconcile project budgets
• Monitor cost transfers, payroll allocations and award expenditures
• Maintain accurate record of closeout activities and communications
• Identify potential compliance issues

Key skills include:

• Attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
• Customer service mindset
• Commitment to accuracy
• Follow-up and follow through
• Critical thinking
• Inquisitive outlook

Minimum Qualifications
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).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.
II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences
Strong proficiency in Excel, ERP systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, SAP, Oracle), and financial reporting software.
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.
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