Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

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Serve Your Community, Grow Your Career, and Enjoy Great Benefits:

Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus may be available.

• Be part of a collaborative, supportive team in a positive work environment
• Make a real impact in the Aspen community through meaningful public service
• Enjoy flexible schedules and a collaborative, supportive team environment
• Access generous paid time off, holidays, and wellness bonuses
• Take advantage of free or discounted transportation around Aspen and the Valley
• Grow your skills with professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Protect your health with medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs
• Earn monetary wellness bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices
• Plan for the future with competitive retirement options (Social Security, 401a, 457b, Roth IRA) and life/disability insurance

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Controller

Finance

Exempt

$130,645/ annually - $146,994/ annually

$130,645/ annually - 195,998/ annually

The Controller serves as the City of Aspen’s senior accounting and financial reporting professional, responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and transparency of the City’s financial records and reporting. Reporting to the Finance Director, the Controller leads the City’s accounting, payroll, and financial reporting functions, oversees internal controls and compliance, coordinates the annual audit and ACFR, and supports enterprise-wide financial systems and process improvements.

This position plays a critical leadership role in advancing best practices in governmental accounting, strengthening internal controls, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement consistent with the City’s organizational values.

Position works under the general direction of the Finance Director and exercises direct supervision over the Accounting Manager and Accountants.

• Directs and oversees the timely and accurate recording of all City financial transactions in accordance with GAAP, GASB standards, applicable laws, and City policies.
• Oversees preparation of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR), including coordinating schedules, reviewing work papers, and ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements.
• Plans, coordinates, and serves as the primary liaison for the City’s external financial audit, including audits of related and component entities.
• Reviews and approves journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Researches and implements new or revised accounting standards, ensures timely and effective adoption…