Accountant

Accountant

University of Colorado Denver

Description

University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Finance Office - Financial Services

Job Title: Accountant

Position # 00213870 - Requisition # 32575

Job Summary:

• the maintenance of financial systems,

• reporting of financial information,

• capital construction accounting,

• reconciliations between the general ledger and related subsystems,

• accounting feed/interface with the State's accounting system,

• providing accounting support to various campus departments,

• internal reviews,

• interpretation/compliance of state, federal, and university fiscal rules.

This exciting opportunity gives you the chance to:

• Participate in professional development opportunities to grow your career.

• Build relationships with other departmental staff, focused on understanding needs along with opportunities for improving processes.

• Partner with other financial staff in developing key financial performance tools and share them with departmental stakeholders.

• Participate in a complex organization involving sponsored research, instruction, clinical functions.

• Become part of a department where inclusiveness and culture are valued.

We are looking for someone with

• positive energy, motivation, vision, and a desire for continuous learning,

• a strategic mind-set and forward-thinking,

• a belief that strong relationships are key to success,

• a can-do attitude,

• a focus on providing solutions based on the requirements and necessary outcomes of those whom we serve.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as Assistant Central Administrator for space survey processes on the Denver and Anschutz Medical Campus.

• Conduct WebSpace maintenance related to annual software upgrades and intermittent server updates.

• Create general ledger source data via queries and upload the information.

• Monitor and review space survey inputs by campus departments. Resolve errors and/or irregularities.

• Conduct space survey meetings to help departments functionalize their research space which supports the F&A rate calculation cost study.

• Provide support to campus departments in their preparation of space survey reporting for internal purposes and/or external constituencies.

• Maintain the General Administrative Recharge (GAR) salary and non-salary allocation trees in the general ledger.

• Prepare General Infrastructure (GIR) master schedule for each new fiscal year.

• Reconcile actual GAR collections to the estimated projections for the Denver and Anschutz Medical campuses. Process correcting and/or adjusting entries.

• Create various CORE documents for the reimbursement of capital construction expenses funded by the State of Colorado.

• Record transactions and process lease payments.

• Request cash reimbursement from the State of Colorado.

• Reconcile interfund and intra-fund transfer account codes and resolve any variances.

• Prepare quarterly State diagnostic reports and annual certifications.

• Prepare Budget and Cash Analysis for the Fitzsimons Trust Fund.

Work Location:

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 10/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

Diversity and Equity:

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Intermediate Level:

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, business administration or a directly related field from an accredited institution with 24 semester hours in accounting or auditing. Substitution :A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

• One year of professional level experience in a finance or accounting role.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Senior Level:

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, business administration or a directly related field from an accredited institution with 24 semester hours in accounting and/or auditing. Substitution :A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

• Two or more years of professional level experience in a finance or accounting role.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience at a Higher Education Institution or State of Colorado Agency.

• Experience working with the University of Colorado's Accounting System.

• Experience with Colorado's financial system CORE.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and governmental accounting standard pronouncements.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

• Outstanding customer service skills with ability to maintain excellent customer service to various campus departments.

• Attention to detail and sound judgement.

• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and familiarity/knowledge of MS Access.

• Excellent analytical skills are essential in order to properly perform various reconciliations and analyses.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to collaborate with varying levels of authority.

• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.

How to Apply:

Screening of Applications Begins:

February 28, 2024

Anticipated Pay Range:

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Vaccination Statement:

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Accountant - 32575 University Staff

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus employs 4,000 individuals, instructs over 16,000 students, and has a budget of $4 million. The Finance Office is responsible for all University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus accounting and financial functions which include but are not limited to: This position serves as the liaison for the State Interdepartmental billings and data entry in the State's finance system, CORE (Colorado Operations Resource Engine). Duties include creating various journals to CORE and requesting funding for the state funded controlled maintenance projects and capital construction project and performing various exhibit reconciliations. This position also assists with the annual research space survey process. In addition, this position supports the plant fund and cost accounting areas that include performing General Administrative Recharge (GAR) and General Infrastructure Recharge (GIR) journal entries and maintaining the related allocation module.Space Survey Process - 40% Plant Fund and Cost Accounting - 20% CORE Data Entry - 15% CORE Exhibits and Reconciliations - 15%

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

We are seeking an energetic, positive, and forward-thinking individual to join our team. We are a fast-paced, deadline driven, and customer service focused office and are always looking for new ideas to manage our portfolio. A successful candidate for this position will be willing to be involved in visioning and implementing best practices, all while consistently providing support to our department partners and students. The Finance Office has an exceptional track record when it comes to employee satisfaction. Our team is very diverse and often described as friendly, supportive, and ~~~ have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including: The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: ~~~ (~~~) .

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. Unofficial College Transcript4. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number, and email addressQuestions should be directed to: Sara Kenney, ~~~ (~~~)

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by . Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

The starting salary range for this position has been established as:Intermediate Level: $52,000 - $60,828Senior Level: $55,000 - $69,276The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Total Compensation Calculator: ~~~ (~~~)

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at ~~~ (~~~) .

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other ~~~ Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program (~~~) . The University of Colorado seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Finance and Accounting : Denver Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20655 - ADM AVCFC Administratn : Full-time : Feb 6, 2024 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Sara Kenney Posting Contact Email: ~~~ (~~~) Position Number: 00213870jeid-8bbd826dd592894ca3418ce3fd2d5043

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.