Senior Accounting Specialist
2 weeks ago
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.
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
- An Associate's degree in Accounting and four (4) years of professional accounting experience
- Six (6) years of professional accounting experience.
- Understanding of GAAP.
- Proficient in Excel and other accounting software.
- Strong communication and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and solve problems effectively.
Experience:
- Experience related to grants, financial aid, or payroll.
- Knowledge of capital accounting.
- Experience with higher education financial reporting.
- Familiarity with accounting software systems.
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:
- Electronic Application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- References
- Copies of transcripts
- Copies of credentials, if applicable
Only completed application packets will be considered for screening.
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