DescriptionUniversity of Colorado Denver l Anschutz Medical CampusFinance OfficeJob Title – Accountant IPosition #769903– Requisition 17766
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *
The University of Colorado Denver l Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment.  We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.
The Finance Office has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Accountant I position.
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is a public research university serving more than 18,000 students. We award nearly 4,000 degrees each year, including more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado institution. With our solid academic reputation, award-winning faculty and renowned researchers, we offer more than 140 highly rated degree programs through 13 schools and colleges. The university receives over $400 million in research awards each year. In addition to the wide array of health-related programs and facilities offered at CU Anschutz in Aurora, Colo. a significant number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are taught at CU Denver, our comprehensive campus in the heart of downtown Denver—one of America’s most vibrant urban centers. CU Denver is located steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts and the LoDo District affording our students, faculty and staff access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural outlets.
As Colorado’s only public urban research university, the University of Colorado Denver educates a diverse student body through quality academics, ambitious research and creative work, and civic engagement in the city we call home.  CU Denver educates more than 15,000 undergraduate and graduate students, and with easy access to the state’s cultural, business and civic hub, our students benefit from immersive classroom and real-world experiences, supplemented by unparalleled internship and networking opportunities.  As the most diverse research university in Colorado, our campus attracts top students and offers over more than 100 highly rated degree programs through eight schools and colleges, as well as more than 30 online degree programs.  Home to over 40 research centers and institutes, CU Denver receives more than $25 million in sponsored research awards annually, allowing us to generate knowledge and create solutions to society’s most complex problems.  Read CU Denver Quick Facts here. 
CU DenverIn the heart of downtown Denver—one of America’s most vibrant urban centers—CU Denver is located steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts and the LoDo District affording our students, faculty and staff access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural outlets.
Jobs in this career family provide the accounting and financial activities for the University.  Functions include general accounting, budget, financial analysis and audit, tax and reporting, accounts payable and receivables, government cost reimbursement, contract administration, cashiering, cash management/ banking, investments, treasury and travel audit.
Professionals at the entry level are responsible for exercising discretion, analytical skill, personal accountability and responsibility in a wide range of areas including academic, administrative, managerial and student services functions. Work involves creating, integrating, applying and sharing knowledge directly related to a professional field. 
At the entry level, duties are limited in scope and are performed with guidance and direction from other professionals and are performed in a training and Development capacity.
Position EmphasisThis position performs accounting and financial functions in the Finance Office.  Primary responsibilities include reconciling campus bank accounts, processing chartfield setup requests, reviewing journal entries and moving expense reimbursement submitted by departments, monitoring and reconciling various clearing accounts, identifying and correcting abnormal balance in financial statements, preparing financial reports, providing customer services related to accounting or finance issues to departments and assisting with month-end and year-end closing tasks.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Reconciles campus depository bank accounts.  This position works closely with the Bursar’s Office, various departments, and the bank to analyze data, investigate discrepancies, correct errors and ensure accuracy between the general ledger and the bank statement. 
• Processes requests from campus departments to set up chartfields in the University’s finance system. This position follows accounting principles and standard procedures including a matrix and decides what fund code the new activity belongs in, what the proper Expense Purpose Code (EPC) to be assigned to, and whether requested fiscal principal and manager hold sufficient positions to serve in such capacities. This position also identifies exception activities falling outside of the procedures or the parameters of the matrix and brings these requests to and discusses with the supervisor for the final determination.
• Reconciles each student transaction from demand batch, automated clearing house (ACH) or credit card to its corresponding record in the sub-system and to its corresponding entry in the general ledger. This position must research and investigate any variance exists and coordinate with the Bursar’s Office to make any necessary and timely corrections
• Reviews journal entries based on generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), policies and supporting documentation.  For example, this position decides whether the accounting sign and related chartfield coding is correct and whether the supporting documentation adequately justifies the purpose of the entry. The position also determines if the journal entry is in compliance with GASB pronouncements, if any restrictions need to be considered, and whether the entry needs to be routed to additional personnel prior to approval in the general ledger.  This position must have the accounting expertise to determine if the journal will withstand audit.
• Reviews moving expense reimbursements for faculty or exempt professionals. This position analyzes and corrects as necessary moving expense reimbursement packets submitted by campus departments to ensure compliance with IRS, state, and university rules. After final review by the Accounting Manager, this position coordinates with the applicable central administrative offices (e.g. Office of Grants and Contracts, Human Resources, etc.) for final approval, before routing the reimbursement request to Employee Services.
• Investigates and corrects abnormal financial statement balances. This position must determine the best method to identify and research transactions causing the abnormal balance. Supporting documentation is obtained and related campus departments are contacted as necessary to investigate the cause of the abnormality. This position must have knowledge of related accounting guidance and university policy to determine the appropriate corrective action.
• Reviews and processes distribution of payments from Colorado Collection Services and reconciles campus stale dated warrant account. 
• Performs accounting tasks related to month-end, quarter-end or year-end closes. They include monitoring outstanding journal entries in general ledger, processing payment vouchers to affiliates, preparing on-behalf payment accrual entries, and preparing Auxiliary Fund Summary report, Business School Repayment report, etc. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position begins at $47,500 and is commensurate with skills and experience.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.  Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.
Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation 
Diversity and Equity: Please click here for information on disability accommodations: http://www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/HR/jobs/Pages/JobsatCUDenver.aspx
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees. 


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution with 24 semester hours in accounting or auditing is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience at a Higher Education Institution or State of Colorado Agency. 
• Experience working with PeopleSoft, the University’s accounting system.
• Experience that demonstrates a proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and familiarity with Access. 

Competencies

• 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.Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and governmental accounting standard pronouncements.
• Ability to follow standard written procedures in order to perform the duties.

Job Category: Finance and Accounting
Primary Location: Denver
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Nov 18, 2019
Unposting Date: Ongoing