Job description
JOB LOCATION
Finance Control 15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?
- Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
- Diverse community
- Competitive total compensation package
- Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
- Light rail station minutes away
- On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
- Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Hiring Salary for this position is: $$74,051-$92,564/Annually.
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Performs a variety of accounting and administrative support work in the preparation, verification, monitoring and maintenance of accounting records and reports for the Controller’s Office of the Finance Department; Supervises the Accounting Services and Central Cashiering teams
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Directs and reviews the work and performance of assigned staff
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Distribute batches, wires and special requests
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Create, verify and post journal entries
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Coordinate and oversee preparation and submission of 1099’s
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Interpret and manage W‐9 information provided by vendors, including ongoing maintenance of vendor database
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Maintain advanced knowledge of accounts payable functions including check management system
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Assist management in developing and implementing policies and procedures
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Plans, implements, and manages creation and implementation of new City‐wide financial systems including research, data analysis and preparation of detailed reports
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Plans, manages, develops, tests, and implements new accounting software and system modifications
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Participates in development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for department/division
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Maintain a minimum of 20 annual hours of continuing education, budget permitting
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Performs other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education:
Education:
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Associate degree in accounting
Experience:
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At least 5 years progressively responsible experience in complex governmental or municipal finance and accounting environment including complex spreadsheet and database development and a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications:
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Information Reporting (1099) certification
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Accounts Payable Manager certification
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
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