Accounting Technician II

About Our JobWith competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.What We OfferThe City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $20.26 - $30.39. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service457B Retirement Plan140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per yearCompetitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start dateLocationThe City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model. Employees work where needed, at a job site several days a week and off-site as needed. Employees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days.What You'll DoThe Department of Finance manages the city’s investing, fiscal analysis, budgeting, debt and asset management, tax assessment and collection, and accounting functions as well as establishing, maintaining, and enforcing fiscal policies, practices and procedures for the entire City and County of Denver. The Department commits to Denver residents the delivery of these services through a financial structure that mirrors the best practices of both the public and private sectors. This commitment promotes better service, enhanced performance measures, maximum accountability, and improved business processes.The Office of the Controller keeps the City's ledgers and books, manages payroll and accounts payable; establishes and enforces Citywide financial policies, procedures and internal controls; produces the financial reports including the annually audited financial statements of the City; and works with agencies to improve financial skills. The Controller's Office is a dynamic environment that seeks innovative ideas that promote effective, efficient, and accountable government while maintaining the highest level of integrity.As an Accounts Payable Accounting Technician II, you will provide financial management services to multiple City agencies. The services provided include financial record keeping, procurement/payables support, and processing financial transactions. The work will be fluid, dynamic, and require the highest level of customer service to our internal clients. Our team values innovative individuals with a strong commitment toward public service. We are looking for candidates who possess exceptional customer service skills, effective knowledge of business processes and the ability to thrive in a team environment.Specifically, as the Accounts Payable Accounting Technician II, you will:Support client agency's budget process by helping with budget errors and match exceptions to ensure Agency payables are executed as effectively and efficiently as possible and verify that transactions comply with financial policies and proceduresPrepare batches of invoices for data entry and key invoice data into the accounts payable system timely and accuratelyReview documents to detect and correct errors and review difficult situations with supervisorsEnsure invoice coding accuracy and compliance with cost report guidelines.Reconcile vendor statements monthly and communicate regularly with outside vendors, department managers, and city accountantsMaintain and support a culture of compliance, ethics and integrityAssist in finding ways to improve workplace organization, reduce waste, increase safety and quality, and enable continuous improvementProvide excellent customer service to client agencies and suppliersDevelop and maintain positive relationships based on trust and collaboration with agency personnelWhat You'll BringThe City and County of Denver is committed to cultivating a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. This commitment is woven into our values and belief that we are strongest when we embrace and celebrate our differences. We aim to have employees who are as diverse as our residents, with different perspectives and unique ways of thinking. If you share these values and our enthusiasm for equity, we encourage you to apply to join our team.We are looking for someone with some or all of the following skills and experience:Accounts Payable experienceBasic bookkeeping experiencePassion and dedication to ensuring the highest level of customer service to our clientsAbility to work both independently and as part of a collaborative teamA positive and proactive approachWe realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC CertificateExperience Requirement: Three (3) years of experience performing financial recordkeeping, reconciliation of accounting discrepancies, and making journal and ledger entriesEducation/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirementsApplication DeadlineThis position is expected to stay open until September 22nd, 2024. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than September 22nd, 2024, at midnight to ensure consideration.Job ProfileCV2359 Accounting Technician IITo view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click

here .Position TypeUnlimitedPosition Salary Range$20.26 - $30.39Starting PayBased on experience and educationAgencyDepartment of FinanceThe City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact

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