Financial Information Systems Analyst

Financial Information Systems Analyst

The Division of Finance (DOF) is overhauling how we track and report financial data statewide. We are seeking a collaborative and critical-thinking Financial Systems Analyst to help restructure our statewide Chart of Accounts (COA) and modernize our data this role you will be the bridge between our accounting teams and technical systemshelping state agencies standardize their financial data with minimal disruption while building out modern dashboards using tools like Power BI..

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual that possesses a strong business analysis toolkit combined with a foundational understanding of core accounting principles (e.g. debits/credits general ledger and Chart of Accounts structures) and is eager to expand on their technical and accounting skillsets. You will work directly with financial data state agencies and technical systems to help design test and implement unified updates that ensure cross-agency consistency accurate statewide reporting and compliance with accounting standards.

Job Details

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary $20.28 - $36.85 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office Hybrid
Recruiter Victoria Trujillo
Application Deadline 10/20/2026*

*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

Duties of a Financial Information Systems Analyst may include:

• Assist in the comprehensive restructure of the statewide Chart of Accounts (COA) to ensure consistent usage across all state agencies.
• Develop and communicate implementation plans that transition agencies to standardized accounting structures with minimal operational disruption.
• Provide support for the rollout of statewide financial initiatives operational updates and policy changes across diverse state agency environments.
• Work closely with agency stakeholders to understand local operational workflows unique system logic and agency-specific accounting nuances.
• Evaluate cross-agency financial processes to identify discrepancies operational bottlenecks and opportunities for standardized reporting.
• Perform post-implementation audits on transactional data across agencies to ensure compliance with centralized guidelines and flag reporting errors.
• Provide testing support and validation of centralized financial updates within each agencys specific accounting software and modules.
• Help manage cross-agency change by creating standard operating procedures (SOPs) end-user training guides and system reference materials.
• Facilitate communication between non-technical agency personnel and technical development teams to resolve implementation roadblocks.
• Provide support to users on access to the State finance data warehouse custom queries and reporting requests.
• Help design develop and maintain reports frameworks and dashboards using business intelligence tools like PowerBI and Microsoft Excel.
• Contribute to the modernization of the states data warehousing and BI infrastructure.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Business Analytics Accounting Finance or a related field;

OR

• 3 -5 years of experience in business analysis data analysis or a related position.

• Accounting & Systems Aptitude: Strong grasp of general ledger (GL) principles combined with the ability to quickly learn navigate and troubleshoot multiple financial accounting systems.
• Data Literacy: Ability to work with structured financial data understand relational data concepts and analyze general ledger information across systems.
• Technical Agility: Demonstrated track record of self-directed learning or rapid onboarding onto new software tools platforms or analytical applications.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Comfort working with non-standardized datasets troubleshooting data discrepancies and translating raw data into meaningful financial insights.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel (Power Query XLOOKUP data modeling).
• Functional proficiency with relational databases and SQL queries to extract data across multiple systems.
• Experience with BI dashboarding tools (Power BI Tableau) and data transformation techniques.
• Familiarity with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines and public sector financial reporting structures.
• Experience in system integration system migration or data crosswalk project environments.
  

About the Role

Location
4315 S 2700 W
Taylorsville Utah 84129
United States
Background Check Required Yes
Drug Test Required No
Schedule Code B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

The Agency
The Division of Finance is part of the Department of Government Operations. Our mission is to promote the highest standards of trust and integrity in managing taxpayer funds. We manage the States financial records pay the States bills and employees and oversee the internal controls that keep the government running honestly and efficiently. We aspire to model excellence in efficient effective and ethical financial management practices for the benefit of all Utah citizens. You can read more about the Division of Finance 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 .

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