Senior Accountant

Eagle County Government Careers•Eagle, CO

About The Position

Eagle County Government is seeking a strategic and analytical Senior Accountant to serve as a key financial subject matter expert. The role addresses complex accounting challenges, oversees core financial operations, leads annual audit preparations, and ensures compliance with GASB standards and internal controls. As a trusted advisor across county departments, the Senior Accountant helps shape financial policy, assists with debt management, and supports annual budget development to promote integrity and transparency in the management of community resources. The position provides functional guidance, and may provide direct supervision, to finance staff. It also requires maintaining strict safety standards and embodying Eagle County’s mission and core values. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Applicants were encouraged to apply by November 4, and the posting remains open until filled.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
At least 7 years of experience in accounting or financial reporting.
Direct experience preparing annual comprehensive financial reports or other financial audits.
Advanced proficiency in spreadsheets, dynamic reporting, and pivot tables.
Ability to analyze complex financial data, assess risks and benefits, and make actionable recommendations.
Exceptional project management skills, including balancing competing priorities, solving complex problems, and meeting strict deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal tact, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information.
English language skills required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s in Business Administration from an accredited university.
Experience with pivot tables and high-level dynamic reporting.
Experience with New World Systems Financial Management or similar ERP software.
Governmental accounting experience.
Supervisory experience.
Certified Public Accountant or Certified Professional Finance Officer certification.
Familiarity with Google Suite.
Conversational or fluent Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

Lead external audit preparations and serve as the primary liaison to external auditors.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and evaluate and refine internal controls.
Direct month-end and year-end close processes.
Provide budgetary analysis to departments and enforce adherence to GAAP and organizational practices.
Serve as the in-house subject matter expert on complex accounting topics; research options and recommend solutions that maintain financial record integrity.
Oversee ongoing debt compliance, disclosure agreements, and bond rating agency evaluations.
Partner with the CFO on future capital borrowings.
Track, analyze, and implement new GASB pronouncements; document updated procedures and guide internal departments through changes.
Evaluate and enhance financial policies and procedures.
Assist with annual budget development, forecasting, and special projects.
Provide functional guidance and potentially direct supervision to finance staff.
Maintain strict safety standards and embody Eagle County’s mission and core values.

Benefits

Comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance, with employee-only coverage as low as $85 per month.
Wellness program with the opportunity to earn cash or extra days off.
13 paid holidays.
Paid time off starting at 12 days and additional medical leave.
Paid volunteer hours.
Retirement plan with an 8% dollar-for-dollar match.
Free classes at Colorado Mountain College.
Eagle County University internal training classes.
Tuition reimbursement programs.
Bilingual pay incentive.
Free bus pass.
Potential flexible work arrangements.
Daytime fitness classes and bike rides.