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Senior Accountant

Salary

$81,087.79 - $117,577.30 Annually

Location

Brighton, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

07081

Department

Finance

Division

Finance General Accounting

Opening Date

07/21/2025

Closing Date

8/18/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Our Mission

To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.

EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.

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What Success Looks Like In This Job

To provide comprehensive financial accounting, reporting, and analysis within the Finance Department by performing a variety of complex and professional accounting functions at an advanced level, including preparation of the County's Annual Financial Report and annual audit. Review for audit internal control of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes for accuracy and efficiency.

Examples of Duties for Success

+ Prepares journal entries for monthly and annual closes.

+ Sets up and reconciles fixed assets on a monthly basis.

+ Responsible for reviewing financial data for accuracy.

+ Analyzes and prepares audit required work papers and trial balances for auditors.

+ Develops year-end audit plan and be the lead person.

+ Prepares the County's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report/CAFR.

+ Prepares Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards.

+ Provides guidance and training in fiscal responsibilities to grant analysts.

+ Up to date with GASB statements in order to make recommendations and implement changes to Accounting policies and procedures.

+ Provides training to accountants as necessary.

+ Provides support to Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable personnel.

+ Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications for Success

+ Governmental Accounting Principles and Practices.

+ Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Procedures (GAAP).

+ Fixed Asset Accounting.

+ Ability to produce financial statements and understand all transactions that underline the financial statements.

+ GASB Statements.

+ Experience working in general accounting, fixed asset, and other modules of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, Oracle, etc. Understand how all modules affect the general ledger. Ability to find errors and formulate solutions.

+ Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.

+ Conduct audits of financial systems.

+ Work independently.

+ Ability to listen and communicate with peers and managers in finance and other departments in a manner that promotes problem solving and a cooperative environment in order to improve procedures.

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

+ Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

More Qualifications for Success

Experience:

+ Minimum of three (3) years of progressive governmental accounting experience, specifically in areas such as fund accounting, financial reporting, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

+ Experience in public sector financial management systems and practices is required.

+ Private sector accounting experience may be considered if it includes equivalent responsibilities such as financial auditing, regulatory compliance, or complex financial analysis in a governmental or nonprofit context.

Education and Training:A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university.

License or Certificate:None.

Background Check:Must pass a criminal background check.

Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!

Benefits You Expect:

+ AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance

+ Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance

+ Deferred Compensation Plan

+ Dental/Vision/Medical Plans

+ Generous Vacation/Sick leave

+ Long-Term Disability

+ Retirement Plan

+ Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Employee Fitness Center

+ Employee Health Clinics

+ Flexible Work Schedules

+ Recreation Center Discounts

+ Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs

+ Wellness programs

+ Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

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+ Yes, I understand but disagree.

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Do you possess a minimum of three years of governmental accounting and auditing experience or at least 3 years of equivalent private sector experience, such as financial auditing, regulatory compliance, or complex financial analysis in a governmental or nonprofit context?

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Experience in public sector financial management systems and practices is required. Do you have this or similar experience?

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+ No

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This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from an accredited collage or university. Do you meet this requirement?

+ Yes

+ No

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Describe your experience implementing GASBs or other technical guidance.

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Describe your experience working with external auditors

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Describe your experience supervising staff including the number of people and the job level (i.e. professional and technical level)

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Employer

Adams County

Address

4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website

http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities

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