Utility Billing & Finance Accountant

ADP, Inc.; Salida (CO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Swim benefit

Job summary

City of Salida is seeking a Staff Accountant - Utilities to manage utility billing, payroll processing, and financial reporting for governmental and enterprise fund operations. You will ensure accuracy in account reconciliations, generate reports, and support audit activities while maintaining strong internal controls.

Responsibilities include collaboration with city departments, customer service, and completing payroll using our systems, with a focus on compliance and timely processing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience including AP/AR, GL, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Experience with governmental accounting, utility billing, and payroll administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer all aspects of utility billing program and customer account management.
• Process payroll using ADP Workforce Now and ensure payroll accuracy.
• Prepare reconciliations, financial reports, and audit support materials.
• Maintain general ledger coding, records, and internal controls.

Skills

General accounting practices

Payroll administration

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Payroll software

Utility billing software

Job description

City of Salida is seeking a Staff Accountant - Utilities to manage utility billing, payroll processing, and financial reporting for governmental and enterprise fund operations. You will ensure accuracy in account reconciliations, generate reports, and support audit activities while maintaining strong internal controls.

Responsibilities include collaboration with city departments, customer service, and completing payroll using our systems, with a focus on compliance and timely processing.