Department

Fund Accountant:

Journal Entries 40%

• Prepare and reconcile all prepaids on a quarterly basis. 
• Process and reconcile all ASR, Grad overhead, bad debt and unemployment allocations monthly.
• Process the quarterly elimination entry related to internal revenues and expenses
• Record the beverage analytics Accounts receivable.
• Review and process all expense transfers for Auxiliary and Agency funds.
• Ad-hoc journal entries as needed.
• Record quarterly census entries and coordinate payment
• Record the health insurance capitation entry.
•   Record negative AR, negative unapplied payments quarterly

Auxiliary Fund Management 10%

• Reconcile all ASR, Grad overhead, bad debt and unemployment allocations monthly.
• Identify auxiliaries missing auxiliary worktags and ensure correct allocations of worktags.

Agency Fund Management 10%

• Review Agency balances by creating and running internal analytical reports, conducting related analysis, coordinating with departments data and advise them of required action, determine necessary journal entries and process them accordingly.
• Reconcile travel abroad auxiliaries and provide cashiers with refund information

Accounts receivable 30%

• Invoice all non student AR.
• Track and record all non student AR invoices and receipt of payment.
• Monthly reconciliations of beverage analytics, AR other and non student AR.
• Reconcile and record the book store account.
• Reconcile and identify payments in the deferred revenue ledger.

AP/AR 5%

• Submit all non-student and payroll related collection claims.
• Calculate and issue payment requests and process any related journal entries for all inter agency partners, examples include but are not limited to the Auraria Higher Education Center, the Community College of Denver, and the University of Colorado at Denver, Book Store, Capitation Fee and Health Insurance Premium from Bursar.

Backup 5%

• Serves as backup to System Accountant

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience may replace degree: 2 years of experience is equivalent to 1 year of education.
• Strong Excel Skills
• Ability to interact with internal departments and external stakeholders
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Accounting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using the Workday ERP.
• Experience in Higher Education
• Passion for applying technology to streamline processes
• Experience with reconciliations.

Important Note: Successful applicants will ensure their resumes clearly demonstrate that their work experience describes how they meet ALL required qualifications.

Schedule Information
Full-time, 40 hours per week
Non-Exempt
Days of the Week:  Mon â?" Fri
Evenings and Weekend Work: As needed
Schedule: In person training, then hybrid schedule available (link to AWA policy)
Travel: Rarely

Salary for Announcement
Under Colorado law, MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. 

The salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $55,000 -$67,000. 

This position is paid monthly and is eligible for MSU Denver benefits.

Instructions to Apply
For full consideration, please submit the following documents:
Resume
Cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
3 professional references will be required of the finalist

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Internal applicants must apply through their MSU Denver Workday Home page, searching 'Jobs Hub'.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

Posting Representative Email

Benefits

The Universityâ??s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denverâ??s benefits website to learn more.   

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf. 

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.

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