Financial Analyst II

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is looking for a driven professional to join our team as a Financial Analyst.

About the Role

In this role, you will handle essential payroll and accounting tasks under general supervision. You will be responsible for reviewing financial records and performing payroll audits to ensure every transaction follows state policies and standard accounting rules.

Position Information

Here is some important information about this position:

Salary Range: $22.42 - $35.59
FT/PT Status: Full Time
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service (12 month probationary period)
Location: Calvin Rampton Building – 4501 South 2700 West, Taylorsville, Utah
Application Deadline: 05/03/2026

Key Responsibilities

As a Financial Analyst II, your daily responsibilities will include:

Payroll Processing: Managing payroll through Vantage Financial, including audits, time entry, wage types, leave balance verification, and report management.
Agency Support: Reviewing and entering payroll for the entire agency, while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Training and Oversight: Training payroll staff, troubleshooting and resolving system issues, and managing system security and user access.
Compliance: Ensuring all actions align with State policies and procedures.
Financial Adjustments: Processing reimbursements and wage withholdings.
Specialized Leave Management: Managing payroll processes for LWOP, FMLA, Military leave, Workers' Compensation, and Long Term Disability (LTD).
Retirement Services: Calculating and processing retirements, including guiding employees through the transition process.
Travel and Expense: Auditing, approving, and assisting with Concur travel reimbursements.
Backup Support: Serving as a backup for payroll and benefits training.

Qualifications

We are looking for a detail-oriented professional who meets the following criteria:

Experience: At least three (3) years of experience in accounting, payroll, Vantage, Data Warehouse, and customer service.
- Note: Completed higher education coursework in the following areas may be substituted for related experience; accounting, finance or business (e.g. associate’s degree counts as two years of experience)

Underfill

This position may be filled as a Financial Analyst I for those who do not meet the qualification criteria listed above. In order to qualify for the underfill, you must meet have the following:

Experience: At least two (2) years of experience in accounting, payroll, Vantage, Data Warehouse, and customer service.
- Note: Completed higher education coursework in the following areas may be substituted for related experience; accounting, finance or business (e.g. associate’s degree counts as two years of experience)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

To be successful in this role, you should possess:

Technical Skills: Proficiency with Vantage Financial and Data Warehouse software.
Analytical Ability: The ability to read, interpret, and apply complex state rules and financial policies.
Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.

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!

The Agency

For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation, click here.

Benefits at a Glance

Exceptional Health Coverage: We offer some of the most competitive medical premiums in the industry, including comprehensive family plans with very low out-of-pocket costs and HSA options.
Retirement Choice: Flexibility between a 10% employer-paid 401(k) (no match required) or a Pension/401(k) Hybrid plan.
Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours of combined leave (4 annual and 4 sick) accrued each pay period.
Dental & Vision: Multiple high-quality plan options to fit your needs.

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: Jill Barela, [email protected]