AR Analysts

Billing AnalystsOpen Date 12/09/2025 Requisition Number PRN43779B Job Title Billing Analysts Working Title AR Analysts Career Progression Track P00 Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40.0 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary Monday through Friday, 8:00 5:00 and flexible around core hours. Hybrid acceptable. VP Area President Department 00359 - Grants & Contracts Accounting Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $23.04 - $33.73 Close Date 03/09/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 12/25/2025Job Summary The University of Utah is one of the nation's premier public research universities, with more than $700 million in annual research expenditures and a bold trajectory toward $1 billion. The Office of Research Management & Compliance (RMC) serves as the University's central post-award finance and compliance unitensuring that research funding is managed in accordance with federal, sponsor, and institutional requirements while supporting the university's mission of discovery, innovation, and impact. RMC partners closely with the Office of Sponsored Projects, the Controller's Office, and college- and institute-level research administration teams to provide financial stewardship, compliance oversight, and operational excellence across the post-award lifecycle. We are modernizing our systems, reimagining our service model, and investing in people and process innovation to sustain the University's growing research enterprise.ResponsibilitiesUnder general supervision, exercise sound judgement to:Assist with preparing and processing client invoices and billing statementsReview and evaluate billing information to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company guidelinesHelp address billing issues and respond to customer questions promptlyContribute to the rollout and optimization of automated billing tools and workflowsWork closely with teams across the organization to keep billing operations running smoothlyKeep well-organized records of all billing activities and related documentationCoordinate proactively with RMC's Grants and Contracts Officers to ensure timely and accurate cash draws, financial reporting, and receivables managementSupport audits, internal reviews, and closeout processes by providing reconciliations, documentation, and other required materialsMaintain accurate and up-to-date information in the University's financial and research systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, eAward, or comparable platforms)Contribute to process improvements by identifying recurring issues, proposing solutions, and participating in training or testing for new tools and workflowsProvide strong customer service and cultivate positive relationships with internal and external partners while ensuring fiscal integrity and complianceDemonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to collaboration, consistency, and continuous learningIdentify and apply payments to appropriate projects in an accurate and timely mannerEnsure open AR items are collected in a timely mannerMinimum QualificationsEQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:Billing Analyst, I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.Billing Analyst, II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.Billing Analyst, III : Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.PreferencesDemonstrated knowledge of fundamental accounting principles and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial reconciliations, and transaction review. Familiarity with PeopleSoft or comparable ERP /financial systems and comfort with data queries and reports. Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, identify issues, and propose solutions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, concise guidance to non-financial audiences.The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.