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_Position may be filled at the II or Senior level, depending on qualifications and department needs._

The City of Littleton Finance Department has an opportunity for an accountant to join the team with responsibility for a wide range of accounting duties, from simple to complex including balancing and reconciling a variety of accounts, making journal entries, and processing financial and budget information. This position is part of a career progression series.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting with a passion for digging into the details and finding solutions. The ability to zoom in and find small issues will serve the candidate well in this role, and the ideal candidate will understand how the details fit into and help create the big picture. If you are intrinsically motivated, eager to showcase your accounting abilities, and enjoy collaboration and learning opportunities, this may be a great career move for you!

The City of Littleton is a vibrant community south of Denver and is consistently voted as one of America’s Best Small Cities (https://www.littletonco.gov/Government/Departments/Communications-Marketing-Events/Honors-Awards-and-Recognition) , and a top place to raise a family. Learn more about everything Littleton has to offer at VisitLittleton.org . Home to a vibrant and historic downtown, and a variety of shopping venues, restaurants, parks and trails, there is a lot to offer to the wonderful people who live and work here. The City of Littleton offers outstanding benefits and perks to our employees. For more information, see the 2025 Benefit Guide (https://www.littletonco.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/1/human-resources/documents-hr/2025-city-of-littleton-benefit-guide.pdf) .

The City of Littleton believes in attracting and retaining the best talent and our strategies include **hiring in at market pay** and creating career development opportunities. In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for this position with the City of Littleton.

Hiring pay range for Accountant II level: $73,500 - $77,400** **per year

Hiring pay range for Senior Accountant level: $90,000 - $94,700** **per year

This full-time position is exempt per FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.

**Application Deadline** : Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified or the position is filled, but **preference will be given to complete applications received by August 3, 2025** . Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Verifies and processes accounting data, completes and maintains general ledger accounts and funds.

+ Analyzes financial information to prepare reports, statements and schedules.

+ Completes and formats reports for use in financial analysis.

+ Reconciles and analyzes fund and account activity.

+ Completes payroll import journal entries.

+ Prepares and/or reviews bank reconciliations and related journal entries.

+ Prepares and analyzes reports and projections for management review.

+ Assists with preparing periodic financial statements for all funds.

+ Completes audit workpapers for external auditor.

+ Assists with preparing fund financial statements for the comprehensive annual financial report (ACFR).

+ Independently identifies, researches, and resolves problems, develops controls and provides recommendations to improve the accounting processes.

+ Prepares and completes special projects and reports. assists in developing work goals and objectives.

+ Prioritizes work to meet goals and objectives for self and others.

+ Interprets and implements authoritative pronouncements.

+ Assist with the ERP implementation and related integrated systems as needed.

+ Communicates and resolves related issues.

+ Performs additional duties as assigned.

+ May serve as an emergency worker.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications for Accountant II:

+ Bachelor's degree in accounting; and

+ Two (2) years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a large organization; or

+ An equivalent combination of education, training and work experience that produces the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position may be considered.

+ Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check.

Minimum Qualifications for Senior Accountant:

+ Bachelor's degree in accounting; and

+ Four (4) years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a large organization; or

+ An equivalent combination of education, training and work experience that produces the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position may be considered.

+ Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

_The following are preferred, but not required. The city will pay for training and continuing education in your field of work._

+ Public sector accounting experience

+ Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) or similar certifications

+ Experience with Workday

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

+ Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting, GAAP and GASB.

+ Knowledge, skills and abilities to effectively deal with a variety of individuals within and outside the organization using effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

+ Ability to understand and explain simple to complex accounting standards to internal and external customers.

+ Requires skills and abilities that include analyzing data, breaking down problems, identifying relationships between issues, making complex plans. and displaying high attention to detail with assigned projects and tasks.

+ Skills and abilities that involve written and verbal communication techniques for report writing, correspondence, providing customer service, giving presentations, directions, or feedback.

+ Skills and abilities that include analyzing data, breaking down problems, identifying and solving relationships between issues.

+ Ability to display high attention to detail with assigned projects and tasks.

+ Ability to lead, direct, and coordinate the work of direct staff including providing feedback, and informing others.

+ Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

+ Work is performed indoors in a standard office environment.

+ Occasionally lifting and carrying of files or other objects weighing up to 25 pounds with or without assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Littleton is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and intends to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants regardless of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law, and to hire and retain the best-qualified individuals without regard to any of these factors. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on a protected class.

The City of Littleton will consider reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process and employment. Applicants and employees can request an accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 303-795-3857 or emailing [email protected] .

Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace

The City of Littleton is committed to the health and safety of all its employees. To ensure a safe and productive work environment the city prohibits the use, sale, dispensation, manufacture, distribution or possession of alcohol, drugs, controlled substances or drug paraphernalia on any city premises or worksites. No employee shall report to work or be at work with alcohol or with any detectable amount of prohibited drugs in the employee's system. A detectable amount refers to the standards generally used in workplace drug & alcohol testing. This prohibition specifically includes marijuana, and decriminalized psychedelics whether used for medical purposes or obtained legally under state law.

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