Accountant

City of Aurora•Aurora, CO

1d•$57,211 - $71,513•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant performs governmental accounting functions involving the analysis, maintenance, and audit of assigned funds and accounts for the Controller’s Office in the Finance Department. The office provides accounting and financial reporting, vendor and employee payments, grant management assistance, and internal financial controls. Its work supports responsible stewardship of public resources and public trust through timely, accurate, professional financial services to internal and external customers. The position assists with preparation of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), external audit inquiries, journal entries, work papers, statements, schedules, reconciliations, reports, projections, special projects, and implementation of authoritative pronouncements. It also helps analyze and resolve accounting issues, improve controls and processes, support other accountants, and test accounting system software updates. The position may assist in directing and reviewing accounting staff work. The position requires an associate degree in accounting or a related field and at least one year of progressively responsible accounting experience in a large organization. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. A bachelor’s degree in accounting and governmental accounting or auditing experience are preferred. The work is performed in a clean, comfortable environment. Light physical work is required, including the ability to lift 10 pounds with or without assistance; occasional lifting and carrying, walking, and standing; and frequent computer, calculator, and ten-key use. Employees may be required to work as essential personnel when the City declares an emergency or disaster. The position may occasionally require use of personal equipment such as a vehicle, cell phone, or tools. The salary range is $57,211–$71,513 annually, commensurate with experience. Applications are due November 6, 2026, and may be screened on an ongoing, first-come, first-served basis. The City plans furlough days for most employees in 2026 on January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

Requirements

Associate degree in accounting or a related field; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
At least 1 year of progressively responsible accounting experience in a large organization.
Good knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and requirements; governmental accounting standards; auditing practices; and computer-based accounting systems.
Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
Computer skills, including spreadsheet design and macro creation, database programming, and word-processing applications.
Ability to enter information efficiently and accurately using a keyboard and gain knowledge of the financial accounting system.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to analyze accounting data and information accurately and perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to prioritize work, schedule tasks, and meet deadlines.
Ability to lift 10 pounds with or without assistance.
Ability to read and interpret reports and other written materials, coordinate hand and eye movements when operating a computer, calculator, and ten-key, and communicate clearly with department personnel and citizens.
May be required to work as essential personnel when a local emergency or disaster is declared by the City.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Governmental accounting or auditing experience.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
Assist in responding to external auditor inquiries and questions.
Prepare journal entries, work papers, statements, and schedules for supervisory review, and review materials prepared by other staff.
Reconcile and analyze fund and account activity.
Prepare statements and schedules for supervisory review.
Prepare and analyze reports and projections for management review.
Identify, research, and resolve problems and issues; assist in developing controls and recommend improvements to accounting processes.
Develop work goals and objectives, prioritize work, and meet schedules and deadlines.
Assist in completing special projects and implementing authoritative pronouncements.
May assist in directing and reviewing the work of accounting staff.
Reconcile accounts monthly and prepare journal entries for assigned funds.
Create fund schedules for the annual audit.
Assist other accountants with tasks such as general ledger analysis, journal entries, audit work papers, and bank account reconciliations.
Assist in developing and completing accounting system software update testing.
Perform other related duties as assigned.