Job Description

INTERMEDIATE COMPLIANCE ANALYST

The Governor's Office of
Economic Development (GOED) is seeking an Intermediate Compliance Analyst to join its compliance team. The Intermediate Compliance Analyst helps to
ensure adherence to all established policies, procedures and contract terms are
followed and documented pursuant to a company receiving a grant or tax credit.
A successful candidate will have experience defining, evaluating, determining,
documenting and defending qualification and amount of disbursement. The
Intermediate Compliance Analyst provides experience and guidance to members of
the compliance team to achieve long and short-term goals. Duties may include:
training, leading a risk assessment, recognizing trends and making process
recommendations when appropriate.

The Intermediate
Compliance Analyst provides experience and guidance to members of the
compliance team to achieve long and short-term goals. Duties may include:
training, leading a risk assessment, recognizing trends and making process
recommendations when appropriate.

POSITION DETAILS
& COMMITMENT

• Salary – $28.00 - $35.50/hr
  
• Work Format – Hybrid (60 E South Temple, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT)
  
• Schedule Code – AC - Employees in Offices of Elected Officials
  
• Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
• Application Deadline – 6:00 PM (MDT) on June 15, 2026

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform and review
  regulatory/statutory research for tax incentives and grants under the
  purview of GOED.
  
• Verify data upon communication from
  company.
  
• Ensure compliance with applicable
  statute, regulations, rules, policies and procedures.
  
• Assist efforts to achieve or
  maintain compliance set forth by the Director of Compliance.
  
• Advise and assist in developing and
  updating department policies and procedures.
  
• Recommend changes to required
  documentation for audits and inspections.
  
• Advise and assist in developing
  employee training.
  
• Provide support during assessments.
  
• Security controls.
  

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• 3+ years' experience in compliance,
  audit or related position.
  
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  combination of education and experience.
  
• Detailed oriented, organized and
  ability to meet deadlines.
  
• Clear and concise communication with
  superior written and verbal communication.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  (Excel).
  
• Case Management software experience.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  
• Experience with preparing financial
  reports and documentation and reconciling financial statements.
  

PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS, BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Masters in Business
  Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
  
• Certified Public Account (CPA),
  Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE),
  Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Government Financial Manager
  (CGFM), or similar certification.
  

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN
OUR TEAM
GOED is a fast-­paced,
dynamic office staffed with a hard-working, passionate team with diverse
experiences and expertise. We strive to match your interests and strengths with
our office needs. Working in this office will give you direct, hands-­on
experience. This job will grow your professional skills and capabilities. The
State of Utah offers a highly competitive benefits package. Click HERE to review.

WHO WE ARE
The Governor’s Office of
Economic Development (GOED) champions Gov. Cox’s commitment to providing
economic opportunity for all Utahns. The office supports Utah entrepreneurs and
businesses. We work to retain and recruit companies and bring more high-paying
jobs to Utah. In addition, we work with industries, Utah regions, communities,
and nonprofits to implement strategic economic development plans and reinforce
Utah’s already diverse, prosperous economy. We utilize federal and state
resources and private sector contracts to cultivate economic prosperity for all
Utahns.

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.

Recruiter - Sarah Humphries; shumphries@utah.gov