Accounting Supervisor

Adams County, CO

$87K — $127K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Four or more years of experience in financial accounting and administration required.
  • Minimum two years of direct supervisory experience required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field required.
  • Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and regulations preferred.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license desirable, along with other certifications.
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office and financial accounting systems.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise Human Services Business Operations staff and oversee operational functions.
  • Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and reconciliations.
  • Download and verify data transactions for accurate record-keeping.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies.
  • Ensure compliance with state and federal audit requirements.
  • Maintain and manage the Chart of Accounts for proper coding.
  • Conduct staff scheduling and facilitate training as required.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Generous vacation and sick leave policies.
  • Flexible work schedules allowing for hybrid remote/on-site work.
  • Access to employee health clinics and fitness center.
  • Tuition reimbursement and training programs available.
  • Wellness programs and recreation center discounts offered.
Full Job Description
Salary : $87,672.13 - $127,124.59 Annually
Location : Pete Mirelez Human Services Center, 11860 Pecos Street, Westminster, CO
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 07536
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date: 7/13/2026 4:30 PM Mountain
Position classification: Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.

What Success Looks Like In This Job

Exercises direct supervision of Human Services Business Operations staff. which includes Performs professional accounting work dealing with multiple accounting systems and transactions. Troubleshoots and improvises to accommodate unique and difficult accounting transactions. Provides accounting services to the Agency in order to maintain the fiscal records in accordance with County, State, and Federal requirements and ensures the maximum reimbursement of expenditures from outside agencies.
Examples of Duties for Success

  • Downloads State Electronic Benefits Transfer, cost allocations, and revenue transactions to the general ledger, transfers and verifies data to the Dashboard Financial Model.
  • Prepares monthly financial statements to include Balance Sheet, Statement of Change in Fund Balance, Due To/From Detail, and Statement of Revenues and Expenditures.
  • Analyzes monthly balance sheet accounts and cash reconciliation with the Treasurer's Office.
  • Oversees completion of program reconciliations performed by staff.
  • Analyzes monthly balance sheet accounts and cash reconciliation with the Treasurer's Office.
  • Assists in the development of financial policies.
  • Maintains Chart of Accounts to ensure proper voucher coding.
  • Maintains Fixed Assets for additions and disposals and perform annual inventory review.
  • Prepares month-end and year-end accounting entries.
  • Facilitates state and county auditors in completion of fieldwork by preparing financial statements, various work papers, and responding to any questions.
  • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
Supervision:
  • Supervises and reviews all operational functions of the Business Office.
  • Responsible for setting personnel expectations and initiating follow-up.
  • Prioritizes coaching and training as required by state and county legislative change.
  • Monitors staff schedules including the usage of leave.
  • Facilitates weekly individual meetings and bi-weekly all-staff meetings.
  • Oversees workload and equitable distribution of job duties.

Qualifications for Success

  • Knowledge of and ability to carry out finance and accounting principles.
  • Knowledge of the State accounting system, rules, and regulations.
  • Ability to educate and train other staff.
  • Ability to interpret rules and regulations to carry out reporting requirements and accounting transactions.
  • Ability to prepare financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Ability to analyze and report on accounts and funds.
  • Ability to make mathematical and percentage computations, balance, and reconcile records resolving discrepancies.
  • Ability to work within guidelines as set forth by GAAFR (Governmental Accounting, Auditing and Financial Reporting) and State and Federal guidelines.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

More Qualifications for Success

  • Experience: Minimum of four(4) years of increasingly responsible experience in financial accounting and administration. At least two (2) years in governmental accounting experience is preferred; strongly prefer experience with Human Services accounting functions. Minimum two (2) years direct supervisory experience required.
  • Education and Training: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a closely related field from an accredited college or university required.
  • License or Certificate: Possession of a Certified Public Accountant license (CPA) and/or other related certification is highly desirable.
  • Computer Skills: Ability to operate and develop expertise with the financial accounting systems and Microsoft Office products.
  • Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Benefits You Expect:
  • AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
  • Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
  • Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
  • Generous Vacation/Sick leave
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Retirement Plan
  • Short-Term Disability
Plus some you might not expect:
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Fitness Center
  • Employee Health Clinics
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Recreation Center Discounts
  • Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
  • Wellness programs
  • Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.
  • Yes, I understand and agree
  • Yes, I understand but disagree.

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This role requires a minimum of four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in financial accounting and administration. Do you meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No

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A requirement of this role is a minimum two (2) years direct supervisory experience. Do you meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No

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A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a closely related field from an accredited college or university required. Do you meet this requirement?
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  • No

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At least two (2) years in governmental accounting experience is preferred. Do you meet this preference?
  • Yes
  • No

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This role prefers experience with Human Services accounting functions. Do you meet this preference?
  • Yes
  • No

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Possession of a Certified Public Accountant license (CPA) and/or other related certification is highly desirable. Do you meet this preference?
  • Yes
  • No

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Describe in detail your experience in relations to Human Services Grants or Grants in general. Please do not list "see resume."
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Describe in detail your experience with audit standards and the Uniform Grant Guidance. Please do not list "see resume."
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Describe in detail your experience as it relates to internal controls and business process documentation and design. Please do not list "see resume."
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Describe in detail your management style and how you lead a team. Please do not list "see resume."
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