Accountant II

Gunnison, CO; Gunnison, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Dependent Care FSA

FSA and HSA

Life insurance

Norton LifeLock membership

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement plan contributions

Pet insurance discounts

Gym memberships

Job summary

Gunnison County seeks an experienced accountant to provide financial support through reporting, audits, grants, annual budgeting, reconciliations and special projects. You will correspond with department heads and delegates to support their financial needs and questions.

Starting hourly range is from $32.06 to $36.50, plus full benefits. Requirements include a valid Colorado driver’s license and ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting from an accredited four‑year college or university.
• Three years of progressively responsible accounting or finance work.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting functions and provide financial support including reporting, audits, grants, and budgeting.
• Reconcile accounts and handle special financial projects and reporting.
• Communicate with department heads and delegates to support financial needs and questions.

Skills

Driver's license

Colorado driver’s license

Education

Accounting degree

Finance/public administration with accounting emphasis

Education/experience equivalent

Tools

ICS 100

ICS 700

Job description

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month
• Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service
• Dependent Care FSA
• FSA and HSA
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary
• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match
• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match
• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

Job Summary

Performs accounting functions and provides financial support to the County including reporting, audits, grants, administration, annual budgeting, reconciliations, and other special financial reporting and projects. Correspond with County Department Heads and their delegates to support their financial needs and questions.

Pay Rate

Starting hourly range is from $32.06 to $36.50 depending on experience, plus full benefits.

Hiring Manager

Mark Rozman

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Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Must completeICS 100 andICS 700 within the first year of employment.

Qualifications/Education

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting. Degrees in finance, business or public administration, with an emphasis in accounting, or a closely related field, may be considered, and
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible accounting or finance work, or
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.