Accounting Tech III
Are you a detail-driven professional looking to make a meaningful impact? The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is looking to hire an enthusiastic Accounting Tech III! You will be a key player in our financial operations, managing a dynamic range of tasks including payroll, accounts payable, and audit research. By collaborating directly with our accountants and budget officers, you'll ensure fiscal excellence and help maintain the integrity of our records. If you are passionate about accuracy, thrive on process improvement, and want to support a mission that keeps Utah moving, we invite you to apply!
About the Role
Location -
Comptroller, Po Box 141510
Taylorsville, Utah, 84129
United States
Background Check Required - Yes
Drug Test Required - No
Schedule Code - B - Competitive Career Service
FT / PT Status - Full-Time
Salary - $15.06 - $25.22 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office - In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter - Porter Cook pccook@utah.gov 801-965-4164
Application Deadline - 7/24/2026*
*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Processing: Manage billing, disbursements, and invoices; perform data entry; ensure accuracy in figures, coding, taxes, and discounts.
- Documentation & Auditing: Review records and documents for completeness and policy compliance; reconcile discrepancies and make adjustments as needed.
- Travel Coordination: Process and coordinate in-state and out-of-state travel requests and reimbursements.
- Communications & Support: Provide administrative support; draft correspondence and reports; research and resolve inquiries regarding policy and procedures.
What You'll Bring
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in general accounting coupled with an interest in the accounting field.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel.
Preferences
- An Associates degree or equivalent experience.
- Experience managing a range of financial operations, including payroll, accounts payable, billing, disbursements, and audit research.
Why You Should Join Our Team
A Mission That Matters - At UDOT, our mission is to "Enhance quality of life through transportation." We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.
Our Culture and Values - We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!
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. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.