Senior Accountant – ICS

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

. Perform complex accounting functions .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRiverton • Utah • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in complex accounting functions, financial data analysis, and process improvement, with a strong proficiency in automated accounting systems and AI-powered tools. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management, with relevant certifications such as CMA or CPA preferred.

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Complex Accounting FunctionsAutomated Accounting SystemsFinancial Data AnalysisMicrosoft Office ProficiencyChurch Financial Policies

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Hard Skills

Accounting FunctionsFinancial Data AnalysisBudget PreparationJournal Entry PreparationContract Labor BillingReconciliationData ConversionProcess RedesignProblem SolvingFinancial Reporting

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsSound JudgmentAbility to Handle Multiple AssignmentsAttention to DetailWillingness to Learn

Tools & Technologies

AI-Powered ToolsAutomated Accounting SystemsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

CMACPAMBA

Industry Keywords

Church Accounting SystemsFinancial PoliciesOperational ProcessesFinancial AccuracyFinancial Efficiency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform complex accounting functions
Resolve unusual or non-recurring accounting problems
Analyze accounts, records, reports, journals, vouchers, and other accounting or banking documents for accuracy
Investigate questionable entries and initiate corrections
Maintain and ensure the accuracy of financial data
Identify opportunities to improve, automate, and streamline financial and operational processes
Leverage reporting, analytics, AI-enabled tools, and financial systems to improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making
Administer cardholder accounts and promptly resolve issues
Process contract labor billing, including researching and verifying access, accuracy, and completeness
Prepare budget requests and process routine budget adjustments
Reconcile reports with other departments accurately and timely
Process external billings, including researching, creating invoices, and providing detailed supporting information
Analyze and verify accounting, financial, and operational information and initiate correction processes
Assist with process redesign to prevent future errors
Assist in data conversion and reconciliation for systems feeding the General Ledger
Prepare journal entries and other adjustments to correct errors
Perform other professional duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management
CMA, CPA, or MBA preferred
Four to five years of professional accounting experience required
A graduate degree in Accounting or Finance, MBA, CMA, or CPA may be substituted for work experience
Experience and proven ability to work with complex automated accounting systems; experience in Church accounting systems preferred
Ability to analyze complex accounting problems and propose solutions
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office: Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
Demonstrated ability or willingness to learn and effectively utilize AI-powered productivity, reporting, and analytical tools
Thorough knowledge and understanding of Church financial policies and procedures
Sound judgment and analytical skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments and priorities under minimal supervision
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 are not listed)
Hybrid work arrangement