Fiscal Officer

Rural Utah Child Development (RUCD) – Head Start/Early Head Start

Employment Status: Full-Time, 12-Month, Exempt (40 hours per week)
Starting Salary: $73,549 per year, with the potential for a higher starting salary based on education and experience
Benefits: Standard agency benefits package
Application Window: Open until filled

Position Summary

Rural Utah Child Development (RUCD) is seeking a Fiscal Officer to oversee fiscal operations and financial processes supporting our Head Start and Early Head Start programs. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, effective internal controls, compliant grant accounting and reporting, and responsible management of agency resources.

The Fiscal Officer works closely with the Chief Financial Officer, Payroll Manager, program staff, and community partners to support financial accountability, accurate reporting, and compliance with applicable federal requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Fiscal Systems and Internal Controls: Oversee and approve accounts payable workflows and cash receipting processes. Assist in developing, maintaining, and improving internal controls and financial procedures.
• Financial Reporting and Grant Administration: Prepare, review, and submit external grant and federal financial reports. Ensure reports are accurate, properly documented, and submitted in accordance with applicable reporting guidelines and deadlines.
• Grant Accounting and Cost Allocation: Manage general grant accounting functions, track program expenditures, review financial records, and ensure expenses are appropriately allocated to applicable grants and programs.
• Non-Federal Share and In-Kind Match Administration: Oversee the tracking, recording, and documentation of non-federal share and in-kind match contributions. Collaborate with program staff and community partners to maintain accurate records and appropriate supporting documentation.
• Inventory and Asset Tracking: Lead physical inventory and asset-tracking procedures across RUCD centers and administrative offices in accordance with applicable federal guidelines. Ensure assets are properly tagged, documented, and recorded.
• Payroll and Timekeeping Oversight: Review and approve payroll processes in collaboration with the Payroll Manager, supporting accurate payroll records and effective internal controls.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; significant relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Advanced degree preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong familiarity with accounting systems, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with fiscal staff, program teams, community partners, and external entities.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage detailed records, deadlines, and multiple priorities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. This position will remain open until filled.

Rural Utah Child Development is an equal opportunity provider.