Accountant

Accountant

Reports To: Director of Finance

FLSA Status: Exempt

General Summary:

The Accountant supports financial operations by ensuring accurate accounting, compliance with governmental regulations, and effective internal controls. This role assists in managing the district's financial reporting, budgeting, and audit processes, and contributes to the stewardship of public resources in alignment with the district's mission and strategic goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supports daily accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, grant and capital asset tracking.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and GASB guidelines.
• Support the development and monitoring of the annual budget and long-term financial forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state statutes and other regulatory requirements specific to special districts.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls and financial policies to safeguard district assets.
• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare documentation for the annual audit and other financial reviews.
• Supervise seasonal accounting staff and provide training and mentorship.
• Assist with grant accounting, enterprise fund management, and cost allocation methodologies.
• Participate in financial system upgrades and process improvement initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and GASB standards as applied in governmental or public sector accounting.
• Understanding governmental and enterprise fund accounting, including grants, cost allocation, and capital asset management.
• Knowledge of Colorado special district financial regulations and public sector reporting/audit requirements.
• Technical accounting proficiency including general ledger management, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Advanced Excel and financial system skills, including ERP or fund accounting software.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify financial variances and recommend improvements.
• Ability to maintain accurate and compliant financial records in accordance with regulatory and audit standards.
• Ability to develop, monitor, and improve internal controls and financial processes to safeguard assets.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal staff, leadership, auditors, and external partners.

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

• Work is performed primarily in a professional office setting with extensive computer and desk-based tasks.
• Position involves regular communication with internal departments, auditors, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Work may require occasional extended hours during summer months, month-end, year-end, budget preparation, and audit cycles.
• Prolonged periods of sitting while working on a computer or reviewing financial documents.
• Frequent hand and finger use to operate keyboards, calculators, telephones, and standard office equipment.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial data on screens or printed materials for extended periods.
• Clear verbal and written communication required for meetings, presentations, and documentation.
• Occasional lifting or moving of documents, binders, and office supplies up to 20 pounds.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in governmental, enterprise fund, or public sector finance.
• Experience with general ledger management, financial reporting, and audit preparation required.
• Demonstrated experience with budget development, financial forecasting, or cost allocation practices preferred.

This job description may be amended from time to time and is established by Hyland Hills Park & Recreation District. The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to outline the basic requirements, duties, and general responsibilities of the position. This position is "at will", which means the District may terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any or no reason, subject only to the requirements of Federal and State law. Similarly, the employee may terminate the employment relationship without notice at any time for any or no reason. In addition, all finalists selected for employment with Hyland Hills Parks & Recreation District must undergo a thorough criminal background check.