Payroll & AP Accounting Ops Specialist

Colorado Community College System (CCCS); Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Pueblo Community College, part of the Colorado Community College System, seeks an Accounting Operations Specialist to provide payroll, accounts payable, and purchasing support within the PCC Accounting division. The role handles payroll calculations, tax withholdings, timekeeping, reconciliations, and compliance with policies and regulations.

The position requires a related degree and at least two years in accounting, with higher education experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or an Associate's degree with at least two years of related professional experience.
• At least two years of related professional experience in accounting, accounts payable, or purchasing.
• Prior experience in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Assists with payroll, accounts payable, and procurement processes.
• Ensures compliance with relevant regulations.
• Serves as a liaison with other campuses and the community.
• Assists the Controller with monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting requirements as needed.
• Leads special projects as assigned.
• Advises and provides information and direction utilizing CCCS and PCC policies and protocols.
• Coordinates any needed training for employees pertaining to procurement, purchase cards, travel cards, or other topics as required.
• Compiles data as requested to respond to college or system inquiries.
• Assists with bi-weekly and monthly payroll, accounts payable, and purchasing processing and reporting.

Skills

Knowledge of Labor Laws, Accounting Pr

Microsoft Office proficiency

Lifting up to 15 pounds

English reading & communication

Mobility around campus

Education

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

Associate's degree + 2 years related experience

Job description

Pueblo Community College, part of the Colorado Community College System, seeks an Accounting Operations Specialist to provide payroll, accounts payable, and purchasing support within the PCC Accounting division. The role handles payroll calculations, tax withholdings, timekeeping, reconciliations, and compliance with policies and regulations.

The position requires a related degree and at least two years in accounting, with higher education experience preferred.