POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking an energetic, highly organized,
dynamic professional to join our team. Our institution provides the highest
quality education and service excellence in an environment of care,
support, mutual respect, and integrity. The Assistant Controller will act
as a backup for the Controller. This person will be responsible for financial
accounting for the college, including backup for Payroll and delegate for
State Controller when appropriate. The position will be involved in
day-to-day accounting with functional oversight of records and reports. They
will also assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual, and
ad-hoc reports for the institution, and prepare various required State and
Federal financial reports. This position will designate a portion of time to
assist with the Foundation Financials, including the completion and
presentation of financial statements to the Board.
As an employee of, and the Colorado Community College System, this
position is required to uphold and enforce the policies of LCC and CCCS, and
all local, state and federal laws. This position will comply with all
student privacy laws (FERPA); and is a mandatory reporter of any
suspected illegal activity.
Work with Controller to ensure that the Financial Accounting System operates
properly and provides timely and accurate information for administrative and
reporting use. Including the functions of accounting, disbursements,
payroll, cashiering, billings/collections, and cash control for all
funds and activities of the College. Perform the functions of an internal
auditor for the College.
Knowledge and ability to reconcile College accounting system with the Colorado
Financial Reporting System (COFRS) and prepare and follow through with
adjusting and correction entries where required.
Assist with year-end closing of financial records, including the calculation
and preparation of year-end adjusting entries and the preparation of
internally generated financial statements for the College.
Work with Human Resources, Controller, and Accounts Payable in the
completion of payroll.
In absence of Controller, serve as senior College accounting professional.
Complete training and certification needed to serve as backup Delegate for
State Controller, etc.
Assist in maintaining, overseeing, and managing accounting records for all
college funds in accordance with state fiscal rules, state statutes, state
procurement code, NACUBO, and GAAP.
Monitor grant expenditures and coordinate grant billings with Grant/Project
Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller and Vice President of
Administrative Services and Institutional Effectiveness.
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate Degree in Accounting or closely related field
3+ Years experience in accounting, data entry, administrative,
educational and/or customer service.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or closely related field
5 or more years experience working in accounting or closely related field
Experience and knowledge with fund accounting and governmental accounting
standards and requirements.
Computer skills, data entry skills, multi-tasking.
Detail Oriented.
Knowledge of administrative tasks and responsibilities
Salary Range: $47,000.00 - $50,000.00. The specific salary will be
determined by the qualifications of the selected candidate, internal salary
equity considerations, and available market information.
LCC offers comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Tuition
Reimbursement benefit plans. Generous annual leave, sick and holiday
benefits are also included. LCC Fitness Center membership is complimentary for
all full time employees.
Deadline to Submit Application Material:This position will remain posted
until the position is filled.
APPLICATION PROCESS: All applications must be submitted online. Please note
that ALL items must be received for your application to be considered.
Complete applications will include: a cover letter, current resume,
three professional references (including at least one recent supervisor and
one recent co-worker), and transcript copies. Official transcripts showing
the highest degree achieved should be submitted to Tara.silvey@lamarcc.edu
upon offer of employment.
By submitting an application for this announced position, applicants are
certifying that all statements, information and documents provided are
true, complete and correct to the best of their knowledge and are made in
good faith. Further, applicants understand that omissions, misleading,
false or untrue information, or any attempt at fraud or deceit in any manner
connected with this application and/or subsequent testing may result in them
not being considered for jobs with this institution; may constitute grounds
for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds
for further actions pursuant to law.
Notice to all Applicants:
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be produced within
three (3) days of hire
Employer participates in E-Verify
Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment Final candidate
is subject to a criminal background check prior to final selection process
Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human
Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire
Employer is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement
Association (PERA) and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of
Social Security for retirement benefits
Former employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of
termination, must disclose this information in your application material.
ADAAA Accommodations: We are committed to the full inclusion of all
qualified individuals. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA
Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation
related to employment, including completing the application process,
