Hybrid Financial Operations Accountant

University of Colorado Boulder; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Colorado Boulder’s JILA invites applications for an Accountant of Financial Operations & Shops. The role manages financial transactions, cost allocations, reconciliations, and reporting to support JILA’s Shops and broader financial operations.

It includes payroll back-up coordination with Finance Manager and Payroll, Visa & Personnel Liaison, and ensures proper use of university funds. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of accounting experience, excels in Excel,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 1+ years of professional accounting experience.
• High attention to detail and accuracy amid multiple timelines.
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word skills; familiarity with fiscal software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial transactions, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Process payroll and personnel back-up tasks as needed.
• Review invoices, budgets, and cost allocations for accuracy and compliance.
• Provide financial reporting support and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

PeopleSoft Finance

Concur

Job description

University of Colorado Boulder’s JILA invites applications for an Accountant of Financial Operations & Shops. The role manages financial transactions, cost allocations, reconciliations, and reporting to support JILA’s Shops and broader financial operations.

It includes payroll back-up coordination with Finance Manager and Payroll, Visa & Personnel Liaison, and ensures proper use of university funds. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of accounting experience, excels in Excel,