Accounting Technician III

University of Colorado Boulder; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ECO Pass for local transit

Tuition assistance for you and your-de

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Colorado Boulder’s I&R Business Services invites applications for an Accounting Technician III to support Facilities Management and the Boulder Campus by delivering timely accounting information, budgetary control, and financial analysis. Responsibilities include auditing invoices and procurement card transactions, reconciling accounts, and collaborating with Procurement and FM staff.

The position offers a hybrid schedule with in-person training and at least one in-office

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience; appropriate education may substitute.
• Must be a current Colorado resident to apply.
• Experience in government or higher education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and audit invoices and procurement card transactions for FM.
• Reconcile accounts using PeopleSoft/Unifier and prepare journal entries.
• Prepare monthly reconciliation reports and resolve discrepancies.
• Serve as liaison with vendors and campus departments for AP inquiries.
• Cross-train to provide AP backup across the I&R Accounting team.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Accounts payable

Job description

Job Summary

I&R Business Services at CU Boulder encouragesapplications for an Accounting Technician III! This rolesupports Facilities Management (FM) and the Boulder Campus byproviding timely and reliable accounting information, budgetarycontrol, and financial analysis to co-workers and the campuscommunity. The position’s main duties are to approve invoices and procurementcard transactions incurred by the University, by auditing andprocessing payment documents, using multiple accounting andfinancial reporting systems, reconciling PeopleSoft accounts byanalyzing discrepancies and making required corrections. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The I&R Office areas of responsibility includelong-range capital planning, architecture, design and construction,the operation and maintenance of all campus facilities andutilities, transportation services, workplace accident preventionand the creation of a safe working environment for campusemployees, environmental health and safety, campus logistics, andefforts around sustainability and resiliency. Beyond creating asafe and secure environment, the department is embarking on severalprojects that are key to the strategic vision of the campusincluding: crafting a clear and comprehensive framework andmethodology for campus master planning, developing strategies andtactics to improve campus sustainability and resiliency, anddynamically working within the campus and with our communitypartners to positively impact humanity.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Invoice Processing

• Process FM construction invoices for payment to outsideentities by auditing and authorizing vouchers in comparison topurchase orders/standing purchase orders/departmental purchaseorders for mathematical accuracy, compliance with purchasing termsand conditions, and Federal, State, and University regulations andrules. Independently identify and research purchasing/payablesdiscrepancies and decide the best course of action to resolve,including collaborating with Procurement Service Center personnel,Facilities Management program managers, and vendors. Work withDesign & Construction leaders, project managers, and projectcoordinators to continually develop, improve and document theconstruction accounts payable process.

Cross Training

• Cross-train with other Accounting Technicians on the I&RAccounting team to be a source of accounts payable backupsupport.

Accounts Payable Inquiries and Customer Service

• Serve as liaison between vendors, other campus departments andFM personnel to answer accounts payable inquiries. Research statusof payments accessing Marketplace. Research missing and/ordelinquent payments.

Construction Project Reconciliation

• Prepare monthly capital construction project reconciliationsfor project management system, Unifier, and PeopleSoft finance.Research discrepancies and provide feedback for constructionaccountants to review. Assist with journal entry corrections asneeded.

Clearing Account Reconciliations

• Prepare monthly reconciliation reports. Resolve problemsarising from incorrect charges or coding by preparing journalentries and/or FM miscellaneous cost entries. Review outstandingencumbrances on a quarterly basis to ensure timely invoicing andpurchase order close out.

What You Should Know

This position has the ability to work in a hybrid work modality,and will need to be in person for training and at least 1 day aweek. The position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday –Friday during regular business hours.

What We Can Offer

• The annual salary range for this position is $51,360-$55,000.
• If you have prior state-classified experience in the same classseries as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we arecommitted to supporting the holistic health and well-being of ouremployees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuitionassistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for localtransit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulderoffers an inspiring academic community and access to world-classoutdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs throughthe CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be supportive. Be adventurous. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• 3 years of relevant experience. Appropriate education willsubstitute for the required experience on a year-for-yearbasis.
• Must be a current Colorado resident to apply.

What You Will Need

• Reference a set of decision points based on size and type ofpayment, and funding source to decide how to correctly recordtransactions in different systems: I.E. Marketplace, AiM, andUnifier.
• Approve invoices for payment after reviewing all documentation.Determine correct speedtype and account code for eachtransaction.
• Determine which systems and data will aid in identifyingdiscrepancies. Take initiative to follow up on issues in advance ofbeing notified by Accounts Payable, and resolve issues in a timelymanner.
• Determine the most efficient and effective method to research andresolve reconciling items. Requires an understanding of howinformation is recorded in each system, and the best scheme forcorrections based on each individual problem.
• Work closely with non-accountant managers to have acomprehensive understanding of purchasing and payables rules andregulations. Use this as an ongoing opportunity to train staff,while working with the Procurement Service Center and vendors asnecessary to resolve issues.
• Continue to develop, improve, and document the Accounts Payableprocess for FM used by the department.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Experience in government or higher education.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by September 8, 2026.