Accountant - 33045
University Staff
Accountant
Controller's Office
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Who We Are
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking an Accountant to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. The work location for this position is on-site. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.
At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.
Salary Range: $48,115 to $62,094 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.
Benefits at a Glance
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Summary
The purpose of this position is to provide customer service, high-level accounting, and administrative support to campus accounting staff and personnel. The position will provide accurate and timely processing of journal entries and reports; review and reconciliation of accounts; compilation, entry, and verification of data and transactions. The position is a member of the CCO team which requires stepping in and up to meet new challenges and duties for the success of the University. The Accountant position interacts with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders, including departmental finance and accounting staff, to offer an array of accounting services in strict adherence
to federal, state and local regulations. The primary responsibilities encompass performing professional accounting, providing guidance and interpretation of CU’s fiscal policies and procedures, maintaining meticulous financial records, developing and supporting internal controls. (Controller's Office).
Essential Functions
The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Accounting and Financial Statement Reporting
Financial Statement Analysis
Campus Outreach
Internal Control and Procedure Development
Minimum Qualifications
(Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.)
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand and move. Tasks may involve using a computer continuously for long periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Tentative Search Timeline
UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.
UCCS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify our office at hrhelp@uccs.edu.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications submitted by April 8, 2024 will receive full consideration. - Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 33045). - Official transcripts will be required upon hire. - Upon request, please be prepared to provide five professional references (at least two previous/current supervisors), including their email contact information If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job-related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job-specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full-time or part-time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.
: Finance and Accounting
: Colorado Springs
Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40101 - VCAF-RM-Controller's Office
: Full-time
: Mar 25, 2024
: Ongoing
Posting Contact Name: Shawn Hood
Posting Contact Email: shood2@uccs.edu
Position Number: 00400564
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