Job Description
Primary Duties
General Accounting, Financial Analysis & Reporting
Primary Duties
General Accounting, Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze complex financial transactions, account activity, and accounting records to determine appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with applicable accounting principles, fiscal rules, CSU System policies, and University procedures.
- Evaluate accounting procedures, workflows, and financial processes to ensure accurate and compliant accounting operations.
- Develop, recommend, and implement improvements to accounting procedures, reporting methodologies, reconciliation processes, and internal controls.
- Analyze operational and accounting issues, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions to improve efficiency, compliance, and reporting accuracy.
- Assist with the implementation, testing, enhancement, and optimization of financial systems, accounting tools, and reporting solutions.
- Maintain and evaluate internal control structures to safeguard University assets and ensure reliable financial reporting.
- Serve as the an accountant responsible for assigned accounts receivable functions and related accounting activities.
- Analyze receivable balances, billing activity, collection trends, and account status to determine appropriate accounting actions and account resolution strategies.
- Review and authorize receivable-related adjustments, corrections, write-off recommendations, credits, and other accounting transactions within established authority.
- Reconcile accounts receivable subsidiary records to the general ledger and determine actions necessary to resolve discrepancies.
- Monitor the effectiveness of receivable processes and recommend improvements that strengthen internal controls, compliance, and fiscal accountability.
Professional Consultation, Compliance & Special Projects
- Provide professional accounting guidance and consultation to departments, employees, and stakeholders regarding accounting procedures, fiscal requirements, financial reporting, and compliance matters.
- Interpret accounting policies, fiscal regulations, and University procedures to advise stakeholders on appropriate accounting practices and financial decision-making.
- Participate in audits, fiscal reviews, compliance initiatives, and special accounting projects by researching issues, analyzing financial information, and developing recommendations.
- Participate in professional development activities to maintain and expand professional accounting knowledge and expertise.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting, or a closely related field.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), accounting theory, and professional accounting practices.
- Knowledge of financial reporting, account reconciliation processes, internal controls, and audit principles.
- Knowledge of applicable fiscal rules, regulatory requirements, and accounting policies and procedures.
- Ability to analyze accounting transactions and records to determine appropriate accounting treatment and corrective actions.
- Ability to independently identify, investigate, and resolve accounting discrepancies.
- Ability to prepare, review, and approve journal entries and account adjustments.
- Ability to interpret and apply accounting principles, regulations, policies, and procedures to complex financial situations.
- Ability to prepare and present financial reports, analyses, and recommendations.
- One (1) year of professional accounting experience involving analysis, account reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, account adjustments, compliance review, and month-end or fiscal year-end accounting activities.
- Experience analyzing financial data and determining necessary accounting corrections or adjustments.
- Experience utilizing accounting systems and financial reporting tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
- Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or other relevant accounting certification.
- Knowledge of governmental, higher education, or public-sector accounting standards and practices.
- Knowledge of Fund Accounting principles.
- Knowledge of accounts receivable accounting, billing systems, collections, and revenue recognition practices.
- Ability to evaluate accounting processes and recommend improvements to internal controls, efficiency, and reporting procedures.
- Ability to develop financial analyses, forecasts, and management reports to support decision-making.
- Ability to interpret complex accounting regulations and implement compliant accounting practices.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting functions.
- Two (2) or more years of professional accounting experience.
- Experience performing month-end and fiscal year-end closing responsibilities, including adjusting, balancing, and reconciling accounts.
- Experience preparing standard and ad hoc financial reports and analyses for management.
- Experience reviewing accounting records and transactions for compliance with accounting standards, fiscal rules, and internal controls.
- Experience with accounts receivable accounting, reconciliations, debt adjustments, collections, and account analysis.
- Experience evaluating and improving accounting procedures, internal controls, and financial reporting processes.
- Experience working in higher education, governmental, nonprofit, or other complex institutional environments.
- Experience using Workday, Banner, Oracle, or similar enterprise accounting systems.
Employment-Based Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this position.
This position is on-site for the Pueblo Campus.
Salary
$59,000 to $73,750
Applicants must attach the following documents, in order to be considered for this position:
- a letter of intent (cover letter) describing the means in which you meet the qualifications for this position
- unofficial or official transcripts showing required degree(s) conferred
About Colorado State University Pueblo
Work Location: Unless otherwise stated in the job announcement, positions at Colorado State University Pueblo are expected to be performed in person at a University work location. Any remote or hybrid work arrangements will be explicitly identified in the position announcement.
Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4,000 students. CSU Pueblo provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction with a small student-to-faculty ratio for an ever-changing global economy. Students can choose from 38 undergraduate programs with 70 fields of study in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; the Hasan School of Business, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of Health, Education, and Nursing; and 15 graduate programs.
CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world. CSU Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the student body. Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has designated CSU Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution. Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly growing segment of the student population, that designation also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students.
Among its unique features, CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines electrical and mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors. The College of STEM houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation's top 100 by U.S. News and World Report. CSU Pueblo has an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly renovated and expanded student center.
At CSU Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience. Competing at the NCAA Division II level, CSU Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow students to get involved in campus life.
Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical and prescription insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible benefit plan
- Basic term life insurance
- Voluntary term life and AD&D Insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Travel accident insurance
- Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
- Annual and sick leave
- Retirement plans
- Employee and dependent tuition discounts
- State employee discounts via BenefitHub
About Pueblo, Colorado
The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air, and 300+ days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo's beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking, or skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries.
CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check.
The University reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate.
Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the University's annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety.
Colorado State University Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Additionally, the University complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices.
It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodation, please contact the Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX at crc@csupueblo.edu .
All employees of Colorado State University Pueblo (CSU Pueblo) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX (CRC), under the supervision of the Director of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the Discrimination, Protected Class Harassment, and Retaliation policy and the Title IX, Sexual Harassment, and Gender Discrimination policy. All employees are required to report conduct prohibited under this policy, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the CRC and to provide the CRC’s contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX ( Policies and Procedures ).