Accountant

Division: Business and Finance | Management Level: Individual Contributor | Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

About the role

The Accountant analyzes and prepares various financial, fiscal, and accounting reports and records. Prepares and reviews financial reports and schedules for internal and external use. Prepares journal entries as needed to ensure accurate financial reporting. Assists department directors, county and state personnel, vendors, and the public by providing general fiscal information and/or advice as requested.

Responsibilities

• Performs various accounting functions by making necessary adjustments in the county’s financial system, Workday specifically.
• Prepare documents for expenditure reporting to State and Federal agencies and other grant programs using multiple financial systems.
• Reconcile bank statements, State and Federal revenue and expenditures, and various grant programs.
• Maintain the general ledger and prepare accurate and concise adjusting entries to the general ledger.
• Assist peers and program employees with accounting tasks.
• Communicate insights and recommendations to program managers, division heads, and department directors.
• Contribute to county, state, and federal year-end close-out tasks to maintain accurate reporting and meet deadlines.
• Balance and reconcile balance sheets and interdepartmental transfer accounts.
• Coordinate and prepare financial journal entries.
• Interact with other agencies and departments by serving as a liaison between external stakeholders and the county.
• Compile necessary information as needed by internal and external stakeholders.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• 1 year of work-related experience in Human Services Accounting
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or similar field
• Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
• A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30 days of hire.
• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions.

Qualifications

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

• Outstanding customer service skills
• Strong written and oral communication
• Independent critical thinking and analysis
• Detail oriented with experience entering and tracking data
• Ability to identify and resolve budget reconciliations
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Workday experience a plus but not required

Benefits

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires
• Retirement matching
• Wellness programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible schedules
• Remote work options

Pay

Hiring Range: $70,000-$75,000 USD Annually. Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

Schedule

This position operates on our four-day, 10-hour work week (Monday-Thursday); however, there is flexibility to work Monday-Friday. This position is hybrid, with remote work and in-office work as needed for job and team-specific duties and collaboration, flexing during periods of the year.