Accounting Operations Lead - GAAP, GASB & Process Improvement

University of Colorado; Aurora (CO); Ibrido; USD 67.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical plans

Dental plans

401(a) Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition benefit

Eco Pass

Descrizione del lavoro

University of Colorado Anschutz is seeking an Accounting Operations Program Manager to lead the campus accounting support function, oversee complex transactions, and ensure GAAP/GASB compliance. The role guides financial reporting, close activities, and governance, while supervising the accounting operations team.

The position emphasizes process improvement, training, and collaboration with campus departments to drive accurate, timely financial information and strengthened internal controls.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Five years of professional accounting experience including reconciliations and close activities.
• One year of supervisory experience and coaching staff.

Mansioni

• Lead campus accounting support functions, providing guidance and service delivery.
• Review and approve complex accounting transactions, journal entries, and chartfield changes for GAAP/GASB compliance.
• Manage financial reporting, reconciliations, and analysis; investigate discrepancies and ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate month-end, quarter-end, and fiscal year-end close activities with appropriate analysis.
• Provide technical accounting expertise and training on policies and procedures to campus departments.
• Supervise accounting staff; mentor, coach, and support professional development.
• Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen controls and increase efficiency.
• Oversee chartfield governance and setup/maintenance requests for accurate reporting.
• Directly manage the accounting operations team, including hiring and performance management.

Conoscenze

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Strumenti

PeopleSoft

Workday

Oracle

SAP

Descrizione del lavoro

University of Colorado Anschutz is seeking an Accounting Operations Program Manager to lead the campus accounting support function, oversee complex transactions, and ensure GAAP/GASB compliance. The role guides financial reporting, close activities, and governance, while supervising the accounting operations team.

The position emphasizes process improvement, training, and collaboration with campus departments to drive accurate, timely financial information and strengthened internal controls.