Senior Accountant, Finance and Records Dept.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

. Perform complex accounting functions in various Church settings .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeSalt Lake City • Utah • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in complex accounting functions, financial statement preparation, and reconciliation processes within Church settings. Proficient in analyzing budget requests and ensuring compliance with Church financial policies and procedures.

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Bachelor's Degree In AccountingCMACPAProfessional Accounting ExperienceChurch Accounting Systems

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Hard Skills

General Ledger MaintenanceAccount ReconciliationJournal EntriesBudget AnalysisFinancial ReportingPolicy Compliance AuditingExpense ReportingFinancial EstimatesAccounting Theory KnowledgeComplex Problem Analysis

Soft Skills

Employee MotivationInterdepartmental CoordinationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

MBA

Industry Keywords

Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesChurch Financial PoliciesStandard Church Accounting ReportsFinancial Statement PresentationsChurch Settings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform complex accounting functions in various Church settings
Initiate general ledger file maintenance to ensure accurate and meaningful financial statement presentations
Reconcile accounts, review reconciliations, and clear outstanding items
Prepare special studies and reports for departments and organizations
Prepare journal entries and adjustments to correct errors
Analyze budget requests and explain budgetary changes
Consolidate accounting information for statements and summaries
Review expenditures against budget and perform reconciliations, investigations, and correcting entries
Assist with financial estimates and expense reports
Draft correspondence regarding differences requiring investigation or further action
Review and monitor invoices exceeding policy-defined dollar amounts
Audit project accounts for policy compliance and communicate project status
Assist in evaluating and motivating employees under a supervisor's direction
Coordinate accounting matters with other departments, locations, and divisions as needed
Serve as a resource for Accountant 1 and Accountant 2 employees training in Church accounting systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting (or Finance or Business Management) is required
CMA, CPA or MBA preferred
Well-grounded knowledge of financial and accounting theory
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles preferred
A minimum of four to five years of professional accounting experience is required
Familiarity with Church accounting systems preferred
Graduate degree in Accounting or Finance, MBA, or CPA may be considered equivalent to one year of experience
Ability to analyze complex accounting problems and propose changes in the accounting system
Familiarity with various standard Church accounting reports
Good understanding of Church financial policies and procedures
Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and currently temple worthy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Many benefits of Church Employment (specific benefits not listed)
Hybrid work arrangement