Accountant I

Overview

Join the Treasurer’s Office as an Accountant I!
Are you ready to put your accounting skills to work in a meaningful way? If you hold a Bachelor's degree with coursework in accounting, we’d love to hear from you!

As an Accountant I, you will contribute to the vital functions of the Larimer County Treasurer’s Office by performing a variety of accounting tasks under the guidance of experienced management. In this role, you’ll gain practical experience in accounting methods and processes while supporting the important work of our office.

Successful candidates will bring a solid understanding of the Treasurer’s Office’s purpose and responsibilities. Learn more about our mission here: https://www.larimer.gov/treasurer.

Start your journey in a rewarding accounting career with Larimer County!
This full-time position is in our office at 200 W. Oak Street, Suite 2100, Fort Collins, CO, with hours from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

Specifically, this position:

• Prepares and or assists with the following tasks: ACH detail reporting, account payable warrants/checks clearing, bank confirmations, journal entries, bank reconciliations
• Performs assigned accounting functions working under the guidance of management personnel
• Applies and reviews accounting processes within scope of work
• Understands accounting methods, procedures and terms

To view the full job description, visit - https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Accountant_I

We are looking for a candidate that will:

• Learn to apply accounting principles to maintain financial transactions and audit financial records.
• Prepare, examine, and verify routine financial documents and reports with accuracy.
• Create internal financial statements, journal entries, reports, and analyses.
• Apply Federal, State, and local laws and regulations to accounting, budgeting, and auditing tasks.
• Be highly proficient in MS Excel and comfortable working with the General Ledger.
• Know routine business applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases.
• Demonstrate experience with automated financial management systems.
• Understand generally accepted accounting principles and procedures.

Qualifications

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in accounting required.

Benefits

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  
• FSA or HSA depending on medical plan
  
• Short and Long Term Disability
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  
• Accident Insurance
  
• Critical Illness Insurance
  
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
  
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
  
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays
  

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit www.larimer.org/hr/benefits .

Supplemental Information

You can’t be considered unless you apply! Underrepresented individuals may be less likely to apply for a job unless they believe they meet all requirements and can perform every job responsibility. We are most interested in finding the best candidate. We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role and apply.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment testing. Depending on the position, these checks may include, but are not limited to; reference checks, motor vehicle reports, employment verification, education verification, fingerprinting, criminal history information, physical, and a drug screening. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests, will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. Successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 12/8/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

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