Accounting Coordinator

Summit County Government/Human Services is seeking a financial leader who builds strong relationships, supports the HS team, and brings clarity to complex financial operations.

The successful candidate will be able to plan, organize, manage, and evaluate assigned financial operations and programs for Human Services. Provide leadership and oversight for one or more financial functions, which may include budgeting, accounting, accounts payable and receivable, contracts, grants, financial reporting, auditing, compliance and related fiscal operations. Performs complex financial and operational analysis and provides recommendations to department leadership regarding financial strategies, resource allocation, operational needs, and short- and long-term planning. 

• Thorough knowledge of governmental financial management, accounting, budgeting, auditing, and financial administration principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting practices applicable to assigned responsibilities.
• Knowledge of financial analysis and reporting, accounts payable and receivable, grants, compliance, and internal controls applicable to assigned responsibilities.
• Knowledge of financial management systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, data analysis tools, and other technologies used to support financial operations.
• Ability to manage multiple complex financial programs, functions, projects, and priorities.
• Ability to analyze complex financial and operational information; identify trends, issues, and risks; evaluate alternatives; and develop sound recommendations.
• Ability to prepare, administer, monitor, and analyze complex budgets, financial reports, forecasts, and other financial information.
• Ability to exercise sound independent judgment, solve complex problems, and make decisions within established authority.
• Ability to effectively utilize financial systems, reporting tools, spreadsheets, and other technology applicable to assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, including communicating complex financial information to individuals with varying levels of financial knowledge and preparing clear, concise, and accurate reports, analyses, and presentations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department leadership, employees, County departments and offices, external agencies, auditors, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and promote a collaborative, service-oriented work environment.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Must be receptive to adoption and application of new and innovative technologies and technological platforms.

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or a closely related field is preferred. An Associate’s Deree may substitute for two-years of the required experience and a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four-years of the required experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license

To apply, please submit a Summit County Government application, resume, and cover letter online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/summitco or mail to Summit County Human Resources, PO Box 68, Breckenridge, CO 80424. For questions regarding the position, please reach out to [Joanne Sprouse at [email protected]

All positions are subject to a pre-employment criminal background check, and requires proof of citizenship or authorization for employment in the U.S.

Equal Opportunity Employer