Hybrid Public Sector Accounting Specialist

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Paid Leave & Holidays

PERA Retirement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Accounting Specialist at the Colorado Office of Administrative Services for Independent Agencies operates in a full-time hybrid role in Denver. You will manage accounting transactions, provide fiscal guidance, and support independent agencies in financial operations and year-end closing.

Responsibilities include collaborating with agencies on AP/AR, travel reimbursements, and vendor management, while ensuring compliance with GAAP, GASB, and State fiscal rules.

Qualifications

• Experience with GAAP and GASB pronouncements.
• Understanding of Colorado fiscal rules and reporting requirements.
• Ability to communicate financial information to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and approve accounting transactions in compliance with GAAP, GASB, and state rules.
• Collaborate with agencies on AP/AR, procurement, travel reimbursements, and daily operations.
• Support card reconciliations, verify documentation, and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Detail-Oriented

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organized & Time-Effective

Collaborative Team Environment

Adaptable

Integrity & Accountability

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

7 years direct accounting/finance experience

Tools

Excel

Smart Sheets

Tableau

Job description

The Accounting Specialist at the Colorado Office of Administrative Services for Independent Agencies operates in a full-time hybrid role in Denver. You will manage accounting transactions, provide fiscal guidance, and support independent agencies in financial operations and year-end closing.

Responsibilities include collaborating with agencies on AP/AR, travel reimbursements, and vendor management, while ensuring compliance with GAAP, GASB, and State fiscal rules.