Coordinator, Finance

POSITION TITLE:

Coordinator, Finance (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)

REQUISITION #: req
8513

DEPARTMENT:
Accounting and Treasury

LOCATION:

215 OFFICE BLDG

BENEFIT CATEGORY:
Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Full-Time Regular

FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $46,345. (Salaries are paid biweekly)

ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $50,000. (Salaries are paid biweekly)

SELECTION PROCESS:
Final date to receive applications is 3:00 p.m. MT on 7/21/2026. At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications.

If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.

The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews.

Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.

Post-Offer Requirements

* Background check (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

* Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) - eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire

* Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires

* Retirement + company contributions - after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting

* Flexible spending:
Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both

* Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance

* Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

* Wellness program, workout facilities

* Employee/family onsite health clinic

* Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility

* Collaborative work environment

To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure

Job Summary

The Finance Coordinator supports the organization's financial health and strategic objectives through budget monitoring, financial analysis, forecasting, and fiscal reporting. This position is responsible for maintaining financial records, tracking departmental and capital project budgets, auditing accounts payable and receivable processes, reconciling accounts, reviewing payroll and financial reports, and ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions. The role coordinates invoices, payments, grants, revenues, and expenditures while preparing and submitting financial reports and reimbursement documentation.

Working closely with accounting, finance, purchasing, and budget offices, the Finance Coordinator ensures compliance with established financial procedures, analyzes financial data to support decision-making, and provides accurate, timely reporting. Success in this role requires strong accounting and mathematical skills, attention to detail, proficiency with financial software and databases, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

* Inputs data into established spreadsheets and/or databases for work order related tracking.

* Monitors department budget, capital projects budgets and revenues.

* Audits accounts payable and receivable processes and procedures; resolves discrepancies.

* Audits and evaluates payments for capital projects and may compile and prepare data for seeking reimbursement from other governmental agencies.

* Works cooperatively with City s accounting, finance, purchasing, and budget offices.

* Reviews and coordinates processes that may include invoices and checks, substantiating business transactions.

* Reviews financial and payroll reports.

* Verifies details of business transactions, such as funds reviewed and disbursed; and reconciles accounts; may maintain inventory records.

* Maintains financial record keeping system.

* Generates and submits reports related to revenues and expenditures, grants and projects.

Management Responsibilities

No

City Competencies

* Demonstrated…