Accountant 1

Overview

Join the Treasurer’s Office as an Accountant I!
Are you ready to put your accounting skills to work in a meaningful way? If you hold a Bachelor's degree with coursework in accounting, we’d love to hear from you!

As an Accountant I, you will contribute to the vital functions of the Larimer County Treasurer’s Office by performing a variety of accounting tasks under the guidance of experienced management. In this role, you’ll gain practical experience in accounting methods and processes while supporting the important work of our office.

The duties of an accountant for the Treasurer are very specific. Some of what we do is universal, but it takes a good understanding of the purpose of the Treasurer’s office to fully grasp the responsibilities we perform. Learn more about our mission here: https://www.larimer.gov/treasurer.

Start your journey in a rewarding accounting career with Larimer County!
This full-time position is in our office at 200 W. Oak Street, Suite 2100, Fort Collins, CO, with hours from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Preparing and or assisting with the following tasks: ACH detail reporting, accounts payable warrants/checks clearing, bank confirmations, journal entries, bank reconciliations
• Performing assigned accounting functions, working under the guidance of management personnel
• Applying and reviewing accounting processes within the scope of work
• Learn to apply accounting principles to maintain financial transactions and audit financial records

To view the full job description, visit - https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Accountant_I

What we're looking for:

• Understands accounting methods, procedures, and terms
• Prepare, examine, and verify routine financial documents and reports with accuracy
• Create internal financial statements, journal entries, reports, and analyses
• Apply Federal, State, and local laws and regulations to accounting, budgeting, and auditing tasks.
• Be highly proficient in MS Excel and comfortable working with the General Ledger
• Know routine business applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases
• Demonstrate experience with automated financial management systems
• Understand generally accepted accounting principles and procedures

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in accounting required.

Benefits

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  
• FSA or HSA depending on medical plan
  
• Short and Long Term Disability
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  
• Accident Insurance
  
• Critical Illness Insurance
  
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
  
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
  
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays
  

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit www.larimer.org/hr/benefits .

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 9/21/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

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