Accountant II

City of Fort Collins; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

Retirement contributions

Flexible spending (FSA)

Job summary

The City of Fort Collins seeks an Accountant II to join its Finance department. This full-time role focuses on preparing and analyzing financial statements, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with governmental regulations.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of accounting experience and strong communication skills to liaise with internal stakeholders and external auditors. The position offers a competitive salary range and benefits, with an emphasis on accurate reporting, journal

Qualifications

• Experience with GASB standards and governmental reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or closely related field; MBA preferred.
• CPA strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze financial information for general ledger accounts.
• Prepare month-end and year-end work papers and reconciliations.
• Analyze assets, liabilities, fund balance, revenues, and expenditures; prepare statements.
• Document and coordinate accounting policies and procedures.
• Implement accounting and control systems and budgets.
• Advise departments on accounting matters and procedures.
• Provide information to external auditors.
• Monitor and maintain financial reporting systems for integrity.
• Investigate and correct errors in financial entries and reports.
• Oversee division or project administration and special work projects.

Skills

Municipal accounting

GASB standards

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Excel

ERP software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Business Administration

MBA (optional)

Tools

ERP system

MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint/Word)

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Accountant II (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)

REQUISITION #: req8505

DEPARTMENT: Accounting and Treasury

LOCATION: 215 OFFICE BLDG

BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $63,369.00 - 105,615.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $71,000.00 - $87,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 3:00 p.m. MT on 10/16/2026. At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.

The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.

Post-Offer Requirements

• Background check (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

Why Work for the City of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) –eligibleonthe 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + companycontributions – after 6 month probation period andimmediate vesting
• Flexiblespending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSAor both
• EmployeeAssistance Program: counseling, legal,financialassistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborativework environment

Job Summary

The City of Fort Collins is seeking an Accountant ll to join our Finance department. This is a full time salaried position with the City with an anticipated hiring salary range of $71,000-$87,000 a year! The Accountant ll will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with governmental regulations and policies. The Accountant II will prepare journal entries, monitor expenditures, participate in audits and reviews, and provide financial guidance to department managers. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in accounting software are essential. The ideal candidate will have 3 - 5 years of successful accounting experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent communication and organizational skills are critical for liaising with internal stakeholders and external auditors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.
• Prepares month-end and year-end related work papers and reconciliations. Continually improves the year-end financial close by creating documented procedures.
• Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, fund balance, revenues, and expenditures, and prepares governmental financial statements and other reports to summarize historical and projected financial position.
• Documents and coordinates implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures.
• Devises and implements systems for general accounting, budgetary monitoring and control, and financial reporting.
• Advises departments regarding accounting procedures, and other financial matters.
• Provides information to external auditors regarding the City's annual statements.
• Monitors and maintains accounting and financial reporting systems to ensure viability and integrity of financial information.
• Reviews, investigates and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports.
• Guides the administration of specific division or city organization projects.
• Performs special work projects including planning, design and implementation.

Management Responsibilities

No

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of municipal government accounting principles (GASB standards, GFOA guidance, and/or various interpretations); ability to create and interpret financial statements like balance sheets and income statements.
• Possess critical thinking, analytical thought process and business acumen.
• Able to effectively manage multiple projects with limited guidance and various priorities.
• Intermediate / Advanced skill level in and Microsoft Office software such as Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Ability to effectively summarize and communicate accounting issues, complex problems and analytics, both orally and in writing to peers and management.
• Ability to research and interpret new accounting standards or practice guides and recommend implementation approach to peers and management
• Intermediate / Advanced data query, extraction, and normalizing skills. Proficient at incorporating and utilizing data in a variety of reporting tools and financial software packages.
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels of staff including peers and management.
• Direct experience with ERP computer system technology, preferably Tier 1 platforms.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Preferred College degree or equivalent work experience. Some positions may require functionally related certification or advanced degrees Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration or closely related field MBA

Experience Requirements

• 3 - 5 years of successful accounting experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications / Licenses / Specialized Training

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.

Accountant II

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call [phone] for assistance.

Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use

Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

The City is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. The City does not tolerate behavior that results in the terms and conditions of employment being adversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or any behavior that violates this policy.

Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee, the City is committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran status or uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.

The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. In addition to the City’s commitment to equal opportunity employment, the City strictly prohibits discrimination or retaliation against an employee who raises any reasonable concern about workplace violations of government health or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of City employees or the public, if the City controls the workplace conditions giving rise to the threat or violation.

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