Temporary Accountant I

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides accounting, financial, and business operations support within the Facilities Management Department at CU Denver | Anschutz. Planned areas of support include Bookstore, Post Office, Event Management System, Food Services, Denver Parking, Sustainability, Fleet Management, Space and Asset Inventory, and Gift Card Program. This position will assist or serve as backup for Utilities and Anschutz Parking. Areas of responsibility may be updated as necessary.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or related field.
Substitution: 4 years’ experience in finance or accounting OR an associate’s degree in a related field and 2 years’ experience in finance or accounting.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Experience utilizing Microsoft Excel to develop, revise, and maintain spreadsheets and databases for reporting and tracking purposes.
Knowledge of accounting standards including GAAP and FASB.
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Ability to analyze financial transactions for propriety and escalate issues when needed.
Detail oriented.

Responsibilities

Create purchase orders
Review and submit assigned shopping carts
Advise on appropriate procurement methods and obtain approvals based on thresholds and nature of goods & services
Book and reconcile AR
Invoice customers
Process checks and cash deposits and notify customers of outstanding payments
Create journal entries
Update monthly financial reports
Assist with fiscal year-end processes
Process safety boots and glasses reimbursement
Assist the Accounting Manager and Team Lead with other accounting duties as needed