Senior Accounting Specialist

2 weeks ago


Denver, Colorado, United States State of Colorado Full time
Salary: $54,000 - $59,400 Annually

Location: State of Colorado

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: GJD /23

Department: State Financial Services

FLSA: Determined by Position

Type of Announcement: This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply: Online applications through the Colorado Jobs portal will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application.

Department Contact Information: Human Resources

Department Information

THIS IS A NON-CLASSIFIED POSITION

GJD /23: Fiscal / Administrative Services

The State of Colorado is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We value the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Description of Job

GENERAL SUMMARY

Staff Accountants will provide essential support in various accounting functions, including the preparation of reconciliations, period closes, projections, and reports. They will assist with the general ledger and apply accounting principles while ensuring compliance with professional standards and state regulations, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards.

PRIMARY DUTIES
The Staff Accountant will be responsible for the following tasks:
  • Manage travel-related functions for Fiscal Services, including issuing travel authorization numbers, booking lodging, and reconciling travel expense reimbursements.
  • Reconcile billings, invoices, and accounts related to student activities.
  • Support the Controller and Assistant Controller in grant and financial aid scholarship activities, ensuring accurate reflection of financial aid in the general ledger and performing necessary reconciliations.
  • Ensure compliance with grant regulations and prepare necessary reports.
  • Process payroll and reconcile daily bank transactions.
  • Account for capital transactions and provide backup coverage for departmental functions.
  • Perform general accounting tasks, including processing ledger transactions, preparing reconciliations, and assisting with audits and year-end financial reporting.
Additional projects and duties may be assigned as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Education:
  • A Bachelor's degree in Accounting and two (2) years of professional accounting experience
OR
  • An Associate's degree in Accounting and four (4) years of professional accounting experience
Experience:
  • Six (6) years of professional accounting experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Understanding of GAAP.
  • Proficient in Excel and other accounting software.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and solve problems effectively.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:
  • Experience related to grants, financial aid, or payroll.
  • Knowledge of capital accounting.
  • Experience with higher education financial reporting.
  • Familiarity with accounting software systems.
Supplemental Information

For a complete review of the benefits we offer, please refer to the official job announcement.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet, which includes:
  1. Electronic Application
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Resume
  4. References
  5. Copies of transcripts
  6. Copies of credentials, if applicable
All included attachments should be properly labeled.

Only completed application packets will be considered for screening.

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