WORK STUDY, ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking an Accounting Technician, an entry‑level pathway designed for Emily Griffith Technical College students seeking to begin their career in accounting. The role provides hands‑on exposure to core accounting processes while supporting the accounting team with routine transactional work, general ledger input, and record keeping.

This position focuses on building essential accounting knowledge, accuracy, and familiarity with financial systems, providing a foundation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED minimum required.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

• Enter basic financial transactions, journal entries, and general ledger information into the accounting system with accuracy.
• Review source documents to confirm information is complete and matches system entries.
• Organize and maintain digital and physical financial records, receipts, invoices, and supporting documentation.
• Retrieve financial documents and records as requested for audits, reporting, or internal review.
• Cross-check transaction totals and system records to identify missing or inconsistent information.
• Flag numerical discrepancies, incomplete information, or unusual transactions for review by senior accounting staff.
• Support accounts and record clean-up activities in preparation for monthly and year-end close.
• Assist with routine accounting-related administrative tasks, including scanning, indexing, filing, and organizing financial documents.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records in accordance with established procedures.
• Learn and apply basic accounting procedures, systems, and terminology while developing skills for progression into higher-level accounting positions.
• Perform other duties, as assigned

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

** Applications will be received until

Job Description

** Applications will be received until October 2, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org . **

About This Job

The Accounting Technician is an entry-level pathway designed for Emily Griffith Technical College (EGTC) students seeking to begin their career in accounting and gain foundational industry experience. The role provides hands-on exposure to core accounting processes while supporting the accounting team with routine transactional work, general ledger support, document indexing, data entry, and record keeping. This position is intentionally focused on building essential accounting knowledge, accuracy, and familiarity with financial systems, providing a strong foundation for future growth within the accounting field.

What DPS Offers You

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range: $19.290. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .
• Please note, this position is not benefits eligible.

What You'll Do

• Enter basic financial transactions, journal entries, and general ledger information into the accounting system with accuracy
• Review source documents to confirm information is complete and matches system entries
• Organize and maintain digital and physical financial records, receipts, invoices, and supporting documentation
• Retrieve financial documents and records as requested for audits, reporting, or internal review
• Cross-check transaction totals and system records to identify missing or inconsistent information
• Flag numerical discrepancies, incomplete information, or unusual transactions for review by senior accounting staff
• Support accounts and record clean-up activities in preparation for monthly and year-end close
• Assist with routine accounting-related administrative tasks, including scanning, indexing, filing, and organizing financial documents
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records in accordance with established procedures
• Learn and apply basic accounting procedures, systems, and terminology while developing skills for progression into higher-level accounting positions
• Perform other duties, as assigned

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or GED minimum required.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

About Us

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.

DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.