Accounting Technician
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Director of Finance or assigned Accountant, performs a variety of accounting, finance, and administrative duties in support of the Finance Department. Responsibilities include accounts payable and receivable processing, procurement card reconciliation, cash receipt processing, journal entries, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial reports. The position also assists with retail marijuana excise tax administration, including payment verification, compliance review, audit support, and research of applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Work requires attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to communicate effectively with District staff, businesses, and the public.
Requirements
- Knowledge of accounting/finance department policies and procedures
- Knowledge of basic auditing and reconciliation procedures
- Knowledge of standard accounting principles and practices
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and financial management systems
- Ability to maintain and update financial records and reports
- Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial transactions
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to interact professionally with the public
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred
- Equivalent combinations of education and accounting/bookkeeping experience totaling four (4) years may be considered
- Must have and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license
- Two years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, auditing or any combination of those listed
Responsibilities
- Processes accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash receipts
- Reviews and verifies invoices and payment authorizations for accuracy, completeness and proper authorization, while processing weekly accounts payable
- Processes employee reimbursements, per diem payments, and reconciles procurement card (P-Card) transactions
- Records, verifies, and reviews cash receipts for accuracy, completeness and proper application.
- Maintains electronic and paper accounts payable/cash receipts files
- Balances and reconciles general ledger accounts and produces account summaries and reports
- Initiates journal entries
- Prepares periodic and specialty reports as needed
- Assists Procurement Manager with file preparation and electronic document retention uploads
- Coordinates and orders office and building supplies
- Assists with review and verification of excise tax payments for accuracy and completeness
- Assists with audits of retail marijuana cultivation facilities and preparation of audit reports
- Monitors state and county licensing information to determine license standing
- Educates facilities regarding changes to state and local regulations in the absence of the Accountant
- All work must be in compliance with applicable policies, rules, regulations and laws
Benefits
- Employee Benefits can be viewed here: https://www.pueblowestmetro.us/498/Employee-Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
