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Accounting Supervisor

Adams County
Brighton, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 6/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/20/2026
JOB Exercises direct supervision of Human Services Business Operations staff. which includes Performs professional accounting work dealing with multiple accounting systems and transactions. Troubleshoots and improvises to accommodate unique and difficult accounting transactions. Provides accounting services to the Agency in order to maintain the fiscal records in accordance with County, State, and Federal requirements and ensures the maximum reimbursement of expenditures from outside agencies. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
  • Downloads State Electronic Benefits Transfer, cost allocations, and revenue transactions to the general ledger, transfers and verifies data to the Dashboard Financial Model.
  • Prepares monthly financial statements to include Balance Sheet, Statement of Change in Fund Balance, Due To/From Detail, and Statement of Revenues and Expenditures.
  • Analyzes monthly balance sheet accounts and cash reconciliation with the Treasurer's Office.
  • Oversees completion of program reconciliations performed by staff.
  • Analyzes monthly balance sheet accounts and cash reconciliation with the Treasurer's Office.
  • Assists in the development of financial policies.
  • Maintains Chart of Accounts to ensure proper voucher coding.
  • Maintains Fixed Assets for additions and disposals and perform annual inventory review.
  • Prepares month-end and year-end accounting entries.
  • Facilitates state and county auditors in completion of fieldwork by preparing financial statements, various work papers, and responding to any questions.
  • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
Supervision:
  • Supervises and reviews all operational functions of the Business Office.
  • Responsible for setting personnel expectations and initiating follow-up.
  • Prioritizes coaching and training as required by state and county legislative change.
  • Monitors staff schedules including the usage of leave.
  • Facilitates weekly individual meetings and bi-weekly all-staff meetings.
  • Oversees workload and equitable distribution of job duties.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
  • Experience: Minimum of four(4) years of increasingly responsible experience in financial accounting and administration. At least two (2) years in governmental accounting experience is preferred; strongly prefer experience with Human Services accounting functions. Minimum two (2) years direct supervisory experience required.
  • Education and Training: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a closely related field from an accredited college or university required.
  • License or Certificate: Possession of a Certified Public Accountant license (CPA) and/or other related certification is highly desirable.
  • Computer Skills: Ability to operate and develop expertise with the financial accounting systems and Microsoft Office products.
  • Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check.

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