Accountant I

The City of Pueblo; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

City of Pueblo – Police Department seeks an Accountant I to maintain and reconcile financial records and prepare essential financial statements in support of department operations. This full-time, in-person role located in Pueblo, CO offers a comprehensive benefits package and public service experience.

Responsibilities include journal and ledger maintenance, periodic financial reporting, participation in meetings, and thorough accuracy reviews to ensure financial integrity across department

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of accounting principles essential for an Accountant I.
• Experience in maintaining and reconciling financial records and preparing statements.
• Attention to accuracy and detail in financial data and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Record Keeping: Maintain and reconcile various financial journals, ledgers, and other record books.
• Reporting: Prepare periodic financial statements to support departmental operations.
• Meetings: Attend relevant meetings to discuss financial matters and ensure compliance.
• Accuracy Review: Examine financial transactions thoroughly to confirm their accuracy.

Skills

Financial record maintenance

General ledger reconciliation

Financial statement preparation

Transaction examination

Job description

Accountant I | City of Pueblo – Police Department

This is a full-time role at the City of Pueblo – Police Department, located in Pueblo, CO. As part of our team, you will be responsible for maintaining precise financial records and preparing essential financial statements. Your work as an Accountant I is crucial for ensuring the financial integrity and accuracy of department operations. This is a great opportunity to contribute to public service with a comprehensive benefits package.

The TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Pueblo, CO
• Pay: $76576–$95125 yearly
• Mission: This role ensures the accurate maintenance, reconciliation, and reporting of the department’s financial records and transactions.

What You’ll Actually Do

• Record Keeping: Maintain and reconcile various financial journals, ledgers, and other record books.
• Reporting: Prepare periodic financial statements to support departmental operations.
• Meetings: Attend relevant meetings to discuss financial matters and ensure compliance.
• Accuracy Review: Examine financial transactions thoroughly to confirm their accuracy.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Career level: Entry-Level. Foundational understanding of accounting principles and practices essential for an Accountant I.
• Experience: Experience in maintaining and reconciling financial records, preparing financial statements, and reviewing transaction accuracy.
• Skills: Financial record maintenance, general ledger reconciliation, financial statement preparation, transaction examination.