Accountant I, Arapahoe Libraries

About the role

The Accountant I Financial Stewardship position at Arapahoe Libraries involves processing financial transactions, supporting procurement activities, and maintaining precise financial records. This role collaborates with staff across the district to provide the financial foundation that keeps libraries accessible, innovative, and community-focused.

Responsibilities

• Process transactions using accrual accounting and ensure compliance with Library District policies.
• Generate reports from accounting software to support accurate recordkeeping.
• Review account balances and reconcile detail reports to the general ledger.
• Perform inquiries to obtain missing information or verify unusual data.
• Review assigned journal entries to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Provide accounting guidance and explanations to staff and departments.
• Research discrepancies and assist other accountants as needed.
• Aid in implementing new procedures to improve efficiency.
• Train staff on cash register receipt processes.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing audit and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report materials.
• Support procurement activities, including vendor management, contract oversight, and compliance checks.
• Manage credit card transactions, issue new purchase cards, and maintain supporting documentation.
• Aid in vendor solicitation processes, including logistics, documentation, and compliance checks.
• Maintain vendor contract records, monitor expiration dates, and ensure Certificates of Insurance are current.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to an associate's degree in accounting.
• Two to five years of related experience such as Staff Accountant or Junior Accountant.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Teams.
• Intermediate skills in accounting software.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Preferred governmental accounting experience (GASB standards).
• Preferred nonprofit accounting experience (FASB standards).
• Experience with Tyler Technologies ERP PRO 10 or other fund accounting software.