Accountant - Accounts Receivable

Job Location:

Penn Center - Denver, CO 80203. Position Type:
Full Time. Salary Range: $31.25 - $37.50 Hourly. Job Shift: Day. Job Category:
Accounting.

The Accounting I - AR position is responsible for the maintenance and record-keeping of financial transactions in accordance with established policies and procedures.

We seek a reliable individual with accounts receivable and general ledger experience who is organized, detail-oriented, motivated, and adaptable. Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment, follow established processes and procedures, and confirm the accuracy of your own work is a must.

• Works in the accounts receivable system to process various transactions, verify data, post deposits, run billing and distribute invoices, analyze aging reports, create refunds, and reconcile unapplied cash reports.
• Works in the purchase service system, activating agreements, applying valid payments for service credit purchases, processing check requests for over payments and cancellations, and ACH request setup and maintenance.
• Works the queue for incoming checks to determine status and handles them accordingly.
• Records miscellaneous check receipts or disbursements in the general ledger and pension system.
• Creates contribution deposits in the pension system and posts entries to the general ledger.
• Prepares reconciliations related to accounts receivable.
• May prepare year-end entries.
• Maintains/updates procedures and initiates process improvements to contribute to development and efficiency of the division.
• Provides prompt and accurate information and assistance via telephone inquiries and e‑mail correspondence.
• Cross‑trains within the department to provide backup as applicable.
• Reports to management regarding issues with day-to-day processes.
• Participates in training and educational opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• Maintains regular and prompt attendance in the workplace.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated expertise with general ledger and accounts receivable functions supported by work history or education; a degree in accounting is required.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Ability to accurately and efficiently process high volumes of numerical data.
• Knowledge of accounting software; experience with Workday preferred.
• Ability to organize and process transactions accurately and timely, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and organize work assignments to meet deadlines.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Standard office environment with frequent telephone communication, computer operation, and other office productivity machinery.
• Occasional moving and positioning supplies in excess of 20 pounds.
• All employees expected to present themselves in a professional manner aligned with the financial services industry.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods.
• Ability to operate standard PC equipment.
• Ability to manage frequent deadlines and tight schedules.

Opportunity to work from home up to two days per week. Eligibility is dependent upon factors detailed in PERA's Work from Home Policy.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of an employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned with or without notice.

Unfortunately, at this time, PERA cannot consider candidates that require sponsorship (now or in the future), or are located outside of the US.