personnel, Facilities Management program managers, and vendors. Work with Design & Construction leaders, project managers, and project coordinators to continually develop, improve and document the construction accounts payable process.
Cross Training:
- Cross-train with other Accounting Technicians on the I&R
Accounting team to be a source of accounts payable backup
support.
Accounts Payable Inquiries and Customer Service
- Serve as liaison between vendors, other campus departments and
FM personnel to answer accounts payable inquiries. Research status
of payments accessing Marketplace. Research missing and/or
delinquent payments.
Construction Project Reconciliation:
- Prepare monthly capital construction project reconciliations
for project management system, Unifier, and PeopleSoft finance.
Research discrepancies and provide feedback for construction
accountants to review. Assist with journal entry corrections as
needed.
Clearing Account Reconciliations:
- Prepare monthly reconciliation reports. Resolve problems
arising from incorrect charges or coding by preparing journal
entries and/or FM miscellaneous cost entries. Review outstanding
encumbrances on a quarterly basis to ensure timely invoicing and
purchase order close out.
What You Should Know
This position has the ability to work in a hybrid work modality,
and will need to be in person for training and at least 1 day a
week. The position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday –
Friday during regular business hours.
What We Can Offer
- The annual salary range for this position is $51,360
-$55,000.
- If you have prior state-classified experience in the same class
series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per
the state Step Pay Program
implemented on July 1, 2024.
Benefits
At the
University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive
benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through
the
CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
Be supportive. Be adventurous. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- 3 years of relevant experience. Appropriate education will
substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year
basis.
- Must be a current Colorado resident to apply.
What You Will Need
- Reference a set of decision points based on size and type of
payment, and funding source to decide how to correctly record
transactions in different systems: I.E. Marketplace, AiM, and
Unifier.
- Approve invoices for payment after reviewing all documentation.
Determine correct speedtype and account code for each
transaction.
- Determine which systems and data will aid in identifying
discrepancies. Take initiative to follow up on issues in advance of
being notified by Accounts Payable, and resolve issues in a timely
manner.
- Determine the most efficient and effective method to research and
resolve reconciling items. Requires an understanding of how
information is recorded in each system, and the best scheme for
corrections based on each individual problem.
- Work closely with non-accountant managers to have a
comprehensive understanding of purchasing and payables rules and
regulations. Use this as an ongoing opportunity to train staff,
while working with the Procurement Service Center and vendors as
necessary to resolve issues.
- Continue to develop, improve, and document the Accounts Payable
process for FM used by the department.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Experience in government or higher education.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- A current resume that includes date ranges for each position
held and whether the position was full-time or part-time.
- A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background
and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and
responsibilities of the position.
- DD-214 for veteran applicants.
- Qualified veterans and surviving spouses are eligible for
veteran’s preference points within the State classified system. If
you are an honorably discharged veteran, the spouse of a veteran
unable to work due to a service-connected disability, or the
surviving spouse of a veteran, you may claim preference during the
selection process for a position within the state personnel system.
In order for us to determine your eligibility for veterans
preference, you must attach a copy of a DD-214 form along with your
application. If you have additional supporting documentation to
provide, or do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy to
recruiting@colorado.edu and reference the job to which you are
applying.
- If using the educational substitution for experience: proof of
degree or transcripts.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by
September 8, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For
consideration, applications must be submitted through
CU Boulder Jobs .
Select here for additional information regarding Classified Staff
positions:
www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in
any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying
information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting
or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu