Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager

Job Details

Job Location:

ARVADA, CO 80005

Position Type:
Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $35.57 - $42.30 Hourly Travel Percentage:
Negligible Job Shift: Day Job Category:
Finance Are you an Accountant who enjoys solving problems, learning new things, and contributing beyond the traditional accounting role?

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented accounting professional to join our Finance team.

In this role, you'll support a variety of accounting functions, contribute to financial reporting, audits, and internal controls, and help improve processes across the organization. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful work, broaden your experience, and play a key role in supporting a growing and evolving organization.

We're looking for someone who is curious, adaptable, and collaborative, with a willingness to take on new challenges and continuously learn. If you're seeking a position where your contributions are visible and valued, we'd love to hear from you.

While not required, CPA or CPFO designation is preferred. Candidates actively working toward obtaining either designation are strongly encouraged to apply.

Under general supervision, the Accountant performs professional accounting and financial management functions in support of the district’s financial operations. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing and analyzing financial information, supporting month end and year end close processes, and ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting procedures applicable to Colorado local government. This position will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data.

Responsibilities include general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, financial reporting, audit support, and assisting with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial statements. This position requires strong knowledge of governmental accounting principles, attention to detail, sound judgement, and the ability to analyze financial information and identify issues or opportunities for process improvement. The Accountant also supports the development and maintenance of effective internal controls and contributions to continuous improvement of financial processes and systems.

Reports to the Chief Financial Officer

None

The following duties are an overview of the primary duties and responsibilities of the Accounting Technician and should not be considered an all-inclusive list.

• Perform general ledger accounting functions, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close activities.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with governmental accounting principles, applicable GASB standards, and organizational policies.
• Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements, audit schedules, and other regulatory or management reports.
• Process and review accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and other financial transactions.
• Reconcile bank accounts, investment accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with capital asset accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and related reporting.
• Support external, financial, and compliance audits by preparing documentation and responding to information requests.
• Identify discrepancies, research accounting issues, and recommend appropriate corrections.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and financial procedures.
• Provide financial information and customer service to internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Assist with financial system administration, process improvements, and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain positive, effective working relationships with district employees, volunteers, reserves, district residents, other governmental agencies and the community.
• Work well in a progressive,…