Job DescriptionPrimary DutiesFinancial Accounting, Reconciliation, and Reporting- Performs professional accounting activities to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of University financial records.
- Perform monthly reconciliation of assigned general ledger accounts and subsidiary systems.
- Analyze financial transactions and account balances to identify discrepancies, unusual activity, and reporting concerns.
- Research and resolve accounting discrepancies through coordination with campus departments and central administrative units.
- Prepare journal entries, account adjustments, and supporting documentation as needed.
- Reconcile bank and cash-related accounts, including bank activity and related financial reports.
- Generate and analyze Workday accounting reports to support reconciliations, financial reporting, and payroll-related accounting activities.
- Assist with month-end and fiscal year-end close processes.
- Prepare supporting schedules and documentation used for financial analysis and reporting.
- Recommend corrective actions and process improvements to improve accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
Benefits Accounting, Compliance, and Financial Controls- Provides accounting support related to employee benefits, statutory programs, and payroll related financial activity to ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and effective internal controls.
- Calculate, analyze, and reconcile financial activity associated with the Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program.
- Perform reconciliations of benefit-related financial activity including Anthem Health, Anthem Life, Sun Life, PERA, TIAA, and Corebridge.
- Develop and maintain reconciliation procedures and supporting documentation for benefit-related accounts.
- Create and implement reconciliation processes that address audit findings and strengthen internal controls.
- Verify filings and reporting information submitted through ADP and other third-party systems.
- Research discrepancies involving payroll deductions, benefit contributions, vendor records, and related accounting transactions.
- Respond to inquiries regarding FAMLI transactions and benefit-related accounting issues.
- Assist in ensuring payroll-related financial activity is accurately reflected within University financial records.
- Maintain documentation supporting compliance, audit readiness, and financial reporting requirements.
Financial Systems and Process Improvement- Supports the reliability and effectiveness of University financial systems through process improvement, automation, and resolution of system-related accounting issues.
- Support automated reconciliation processes between Workday, KFS, and Banner.
- Research and resolve accounting issues resulting from system integrations, interfaces, data feeds, or vendor file transmissions.
- Investigate discrepancies involving financial transactions across Workday, KFS, ADP, banking institutions, and benefit vendors.
- Participate in testing, validation, implementation, and monitoring of financial system enhancements and vendor integrations.
- Develop procedures and documentation that improve consistency and accuracy of accounting operations.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with functional and technical teams to ensure financial data is accurately transmitted and recorded across systems.
Ancillary DutiesAudit and Compliance Support- Supports institutional compliance efforts and provides professional accounting assistance to University departments and employees.
- Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
- Assist in responding to audit requests and implementing corrective actions related to audit findings.
- Maintain documentation supporting compliance with university policies and established accounting procedures.
- Research accounting, regulatory, and reporting requirements affecting assigned responsibilities.
- Respond to inquiries received through email, Workday Help, and other customer service channels.
- Provide employment verification information, earnings history information, pay statement requests, and W-2 reprint support.
- Maintain financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with university record retention requirements.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in: Accounting, Finance, Business Administration with an accounting concentration. Related field with significant accounting coursework.
- Knowledge of: GAAP Financial reporting, Account reconciliations, Internal controls, Excel, Financial systems.
- Skill in: Financial analysis, Problem solving, Account reconciliation, Financial software.
- Ability to: Exercise judgment, Interpret financial data, Communicate effectively, Maintain confidentiality, Work independently and collaboratively, Improve processes, Adapt to change.
- Four (4) years of professional accounting experience involving general ledger reconciliations, financial reporting, compliance, audit support, or complex accounting analysis.
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting with a Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Certified Management Accountant (CMA).Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM).
- GASB, Higher education accounting, Payroll and benefits, FAMLI, Internal controls, Financial systems.
- Higher education or governmental accounting, Workday and/or KFS, Payroll and benefits reconciliation, Audit support, Systems integrations, Internal controls, Benefits administration (FAMLI, retirement, insurance)
Additional Job Description
Employment-Based Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this position.
This position is on-site for the Pueblo Campus.
Salary$75,000 to $90,000
Applicants must attach the following documents, in order to be considered for this position: - a letter of intent (cover letter) describing the means in which you meet the qualifications for this position
- unofficial or official transcripts showing required degree(s) conferred
Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Applications received by 8:00 AM (MST) on November 18th will receive consideration. Screening of applications will begin only after this deadline is met.
Work Location: Unless otherwise stated in the job announcement, positions at Colorado State University Pueblo are expected to be performed in person at a University work location. Any remote or hybrid work arrangements will be explicitly identified in the position announcement.
Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package including:- Medical and prescription insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible benefit plan
- Basic term life insurance
- Voluntary term life and AD&D Insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Travel accident insurance
- Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
- Annual and sick leave
- Retirement plans
- Employee and dependent tuition discounts
- State employee discounts via BenefitHub
Other incentives include various on-campus event, recreation, and meal discounts.
About Pueblo, Colorado The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air, and 300+ days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo's beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking, or skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries.
The University reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate.
Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
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