Job Description

Accounting Technician III - R2

FT/PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $15.06 - $25.22 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Michelle Boone | mboone1@utah.gov | 8019654165
Application Deadline – 8/5/2026*

*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.

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a sharp, detail-oriented accounting professional to join our Region Two office. In this role, you'll play a key part in managing, preparing, and processing essential financial documents and transactions that keep our regional operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

As an Accounting Technician III, you will:

• Research/prepare/enter/process vendor accounts payable, damage claim accounts receivable, purchasing card logs, vehicle trip logs, internal department charges, and employee reimbursements.
• Review/Reconcile vendor/customer invoices, statements, and documentation checking for accuracy, authorizations, exceptions, discounts, taxes, policy/contract adherence, etc.
• Review payroll time entries, correct errors, enter/approve manual adjustments, and review payroll reports for accuracy.
• Review documents for accuracy and reconcile discrepancies, make needed adjustments.
• Enter data into a computer system and retrieve, correct, or delete previously entered data.
• Receive, research and respond to incoming questions or complaints; provide information, explain policy and procedures, and/or facilitate a resolution.
• Write or draft correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials.
• Provide administrative support.
• Review data, records and files for detailed accuracy.

What You'll Bring

• Accounts receivable, accounts payable, and/or accounting experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets.
• Organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.

Preference may be given to applicants with current or previous experience working for a State of Utah Agency, especially UDOT.

About the Role

Location –
2010 S 2760 W
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84104
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

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!

The Agency

For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation please click 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.