Job Description

UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158

Fax: (801) 851-8166 ‚ Email: humanresources@UtahCounty.gov

http://www.utahcounty.gov

“The Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities.”

Utah County Government Employees start every day with the well-being of the entire community in mind:

How can I make my community a better place?

Who will need my help and protection?

How will I make a difference for someone?

We hire smart, compassionate, loyal, ethical, committed, innovative people.

Apply today and join our Team.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

The County Auditor investigates all financial claims against the county and pays the bills. The Auditor’s Office also examines the financial books kept by the other county officials to see that accurate and complete records are maintained.

Posting Date: May 11, 2026 Closing Date: *open until filled

*All applications received by May 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST will be screened by the Human Resources Office. Those applicants meeting the specified qualifications and additional screening criteria will be referred for a hiring interview. The Human Resource Office will continue to consider qualified candidates as needed until the position is filled

POSITION: Controller POSTING #: 2225-0526sr

This IS NOT a remote position and requires on-site presence at our physical office location during regular business hours.

The Opportunity:

Under general guidance and supervision of the Chief Financial Officer, performs complex professional-level accounting work for the County. Oversees the accounting of all County financial funds and planning, prepares the Annual Comprehensive Financial Statements (ACFR), and assists with the Schedule of Expenditures and Federal Awards (SEFA). Serves as key financial liaison to the County Commission and other County departments on financial matters.

Starting Pay: Grade 732 $111,716.80 - $128,398.40 Annually

Schedule: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday

Job Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree in Accounting or in Business or Public Administration with an accounting emphasis.
OR
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a minimum of two (2) years of local government accounting experience.
2. Eight (8) years of experience in financial management, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Preferred Candidates will possess some of the below attributes:

1. Preference may be given to applicants with two (2) or more years of governmental work experience.
2. Preference may be given to applicants with certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
1. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and obtain a valid State of Utah driver’s license within sixty (60) days of employment.
2. Selected applicants will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Click here for a full job description https://hr.utahcounty.gov/cms/uploads/Controller_2225_7dd19ba84b.pdf

Benefits Package Includes:

100% paid premiums for health insurance

Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)

Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)

Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)

Fourteen (14) paid Holidays

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.

UTAH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER