What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant - Denver Parks and Recreation position at City and County of Denver?
About Our Job
With 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 Offer
The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The starting salary range for this position is $58,656 - $77,719 / year. 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 service
- 457B Retirement Plan
- 140 hours of PTO earned within first year 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year
- Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
Location
The 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. In this position you can expect to work on site at the Denver Post Building (101 W. Colfax Denver, CO 80201) on your in-office days.
What You'll Do
The City and County of Denver's Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join the dynamic DPR Administration Division Finance Team. As a Staff Accountant, you will play a crucial role in supporting financial operations, applying the City's fiscal accountability rules, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the department's financial records. This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant seeking to learn about municipal fiscal operations while contributing to the success of Colorado's largest and most vibrant parks and recreation department.
As a Staff Accountant, you can expect to :
As stewards of a legacy park system, DPR is dedicated to customer service and enhancing the health of residents and the environment through innovative programs and safe, beautiful, sustainable places. It takes a team of dedicated financial professionals to support the day-to-day, large-scale operations of a department providing programs, services, facilities, and park amenities within the City and County of Denver. The department boasts more than 14,000 acres of pristine mountain parks, 8 golf courses, 30 recreation centers, and a multitude of recreation activities and programs. For more information, visit : Denver Parks & Recreation.
Come join our passionate team and contribute to the well-being of our community through exceptional financial management and support for Denver's parks and recreation programs!
What You'll Bring
We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.
Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics :
Required Minimum Qualifications
Application Deadline
This position is expected to stay open until Thursday, February 27, 2025. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 11 : 59 p.m. MST
About Everything Else
Job Profile
CV2050 Accountant Staff
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Position Type
Unlimited
Position Salary Range
58,656.00 - $96,782.00
Starting Pay
58,656 - $77,719 / year
Agency
Parks and Recreation
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Salary : $58,656 - $77,719
