Accounting Manager Jobs in Utah
Accounting Manager jobs in Utah are concentrated in Salt Lake City, Provo, and Ogden, where employers like Intermountain Health, Zions Bancorporation, and Pluralsight maintain established finance teams and recruit regularly at the manager level. Demand is strongest in the technology, healthcare, and financial services sectors, with particular depth in corporate accounting, cost accounting, and financial reporting. Roles range from first-time managers stepping up from senior accountant positions to experienced leaders overseeing large teams across multiple entities. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Nimbl
Nimbl provides the departments a business needs to scale, all under one roof.
Most growing companies stitch together accounting, IT, global staffing, and strategy across in-house teams and multiple vendors. It works, until growth creates friction. We bring those functions into one coordinated system, so businesses can scale without losing clarity or control.
With 100+ team members across the U.S., Philippines, and Latin America, we operate as one aligned team serving ambitious business owners. We build infrastructure that creates freedom: freedom to focus on what matters, freedom to grow without chaos, and freedom to step back when the time is right.
Inside Nimbl, that same principle applies. We offer remote flexibility and real autonomy, paired with clear accountability, leadership development, and room to expand your impact.
Freedom here isn’t about comfort. It’s about progression.
If you’re serious about growth, for clients and for yourself, you’ll find it here.
The Position
You are the quarterback of a client portfolio, part relationship owner, part month-end close leader, part process builder.
As a Client Manager, you oversee the monthly close from beginning to end for a portfolio of growing small business clients. You are the trusted point of contact, and you are supported by Accounting Specialists (bookkeepers) who complete as much of the work as can be delegated. You create and document the workflows they follow, train them on the process, and ensure the work is completed efficiently and on time.
You complete the remaining work that cannot be delegated, then review the bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial statements for accuracy and completeness, delivering clean, client-ready financials that help business owners run with confidence.
This is a client-facing role for an accountant who enjoys people and accountability. You will answer client questions, understand their business and goals, and create a consistently great experience through clear communication, strong follow-through, and reliable delivery, all while keeping the work on track, within scope, and within time budgets.
How We Work
We charge clients a flat monthly fee (not by the hour). To deliver excellent work and keep pricing fair, we operate with time budgets.
Support model (you are not alone)
Accounting Specialists (bookkeepers) handle as much of the recurring bookkeeping and reconciliations as can be delegated, using documented close workflows.
You (Client Manager) lead the close end-to-end, delegate first, complete what cannot be delegated, then review the work and financials for accuracy and completeness, while also owning the client relationship through clear communication, responsiveness, and follow-through.
Your partner is a Controller, an industry-focused technical leader who supports escalations and judgment calls, clarifies quality standards, helps stabilize onboarding or messy clients, and collaborates on scope or pricing resets when needed.
Working Hours and Growth Potential
We can hire this role in one of two tracks, depending on your availability, experience, and readiness to own a full portfolio:
Full-time, salaried (40 hours per week): You can start day 1 as a salaried team member if you are hungry to build an efficient portfolio and you have already done this (or something similar), managing multiple clients while delivering client-ready work within time budgets. This track is for someone who wants a fast ramp and a real challenge. The long-term agreement is to manage a client portfolio that supports approximately 4.5× your salary in monthly recurring revenue (MRR).
Hourly, variable-hours: This track is a great fit if you want part-time hours or if we are aligning your workload to client demand as you ramp. During ramp-up (often the first 1 to 2 months), hours can temporarily be higher (up to 30 to 40 hours per week) while you learn our workflows, take on clients, and stabilize your close process. After ramp-up, hours may fluctuate week to week.
In both tracks, the first 3 to 6 months is a focused ramp period while you learn our workflows and your clients. Strong performance and efficiency create room for more responsibility and a larger portfolio.
Availability
You must be able to work during regular US business hours.
Requirements
Must-have (how you work)
You communicate clearly with clients and keep agreements.
You delegate first and build processes so work runs consistently.
You are comfortable tracking time and managing to time budgets.
You are a strong reviewer, you care about accuracy and completeness within scope.
You look for ways to reduce rework and improve efficiency over time.
Construction experience (must-have)
Comfortable working with multiple construction clients and familiarity with construction/real estate industry and related accounting processes
Core accounting experience
At least 5 years of small business accounting experience, including:
Accrual adjusting entries
Fixed assets and debt schedules
Preparing and analyzing financial statements
Running payroll (creating clear agreements, documenting the process, and delivering to deadlines)
Paying bills using Bill.com or other bill pay platforms
Strong with computers, spreadsheets (especially Google Sheets), and accounting software.
Ability to self-teach and develop proficiency with a variety of technology and software.
Comfortable delegating and overseeing routine work by digging into business processes, troubleshooting problems, giving training, and documenting clear instructions.
Sales tax, income tax coordination, and 1099 processing are bonuses (not required). 1099 processing includes collecting W-9s, knowing when to start outreach, filing 1099s, and building a simple, repeatable annual process.
Compensation
Compensation depends on the track and experience:
Hourly track: $36.05 to $40.87 per hour.
Full-time salaried track: $75,000 to $85,000 per year.
Compensation Range: $75K - $85K
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Accounting Manager Job Market in Utah
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What Utah Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in accounting manager jobs across Utah.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
- Minimum five years of progressive accounting experience with at least two in a supervisory role
- Demonstrated proficiency in ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or NetSuite
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and experience preparing financial statements and month-end close
- Experience managing audits, coordinating with external auditors, and maintaining internal controls
Accounting Manager Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a accounting manager in Utah?
Most Utah employers expect accounting managers to hold a CPA license issued or recognized by the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing, which administers licensure through the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy. The standard path starts with a bachelor's degree in accounting, followed by completing the CPA exam and meeting Utah's experience requirement. From there, candidates typically spend several years in senior accounting roles before moving into management.
Which companies hire accounting managers in Utah?
Employers hiring accounting managers in Utah right now include NIMBL, Whistic, and AJW, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Utah's mix of large healthcare systems, regional banks, and fast-growing technology companies creates consistent demand for accounting managers at multiple levels of seniority.
Which Utah cities have the most accounting manager jobs?
Salt Lake City, Utah, and Provo have the most accounting manager openings in Utah. Salt Lake City anchors the market as the state's corporate and financial hub, driving the largest share of postings, while Provo's technology corridor and Ogden's manufacturing and logistics base generate steady demand for accounting managers with sector-specific experience.
Are there remote accounting manager jobs in Utah?
Yes, and more than many comparable management roles. About 38% of accounting manager openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on financial systems, reporting, and analysis rather than on-site operations. Financial reporting, consolidations, and FP&A-adjacent responsibilities tend to be the most remote-compatible parts of the role.
How can I get hired as a accounting manager in Utah with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a manager role after several years as a senior accountant or accounting supervisor, ideally within a Utah employer who promotes from within. Large Utah healthcare systems and technology companies often post internal development programs and hire senior accountants they can grow into leadership. Holding or actively pursuing a CPA license through the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing gives candidates a clear edge, as does experience with the ERP platforms common in Utah's technology and healthcare sectors.
Where can I find and apply to accounting manager jobs in Utah?
You can find and apply to accounting manager jobs in Utah on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Utah employers. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your background and target industry, and apply directly to the positions that match.
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