Accounting Tech, Payroll Backup

Job Summary:

Performs a variety of accounting and analysis functions for the Accounting division.

The salary range for this position is $22.67- $31.73 per hour with a hiring range of $22.67 - $27.20, depending on qualifications and experience.

This opportunity will be available to applicants until Wednesday, 2/12/25 at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.

A current resume is required, cover letter preferred.

Ready to take your experience and skills to the next level? Come work with a dynamic, talented, supportive team and expand your knowledge of governmental accounting!

Essential Functions:

• Provide backup for the overall payroll function of the organization. Responsibilities include, bi-weekly payroll, timecard review, prepares and submits uploads for retirement and insurance transactions.
• Work with City’s Accounts Receivable system; enter charges and process weekly billings.
• Reconcile subsidiary ledger to general ledger monthly and annually.
• Assist and educate departments on entering the data and charges into the system.
• Work closely with the Revenue division in processing payments into system for Accounts Receivable customers.
• Assist internal and external customers with regards to accounts receivable billings.
• Perform internal analysis, verification, and posting of cash receipts from City departments.
• Verify all appropriate documentation is attached to each cash receipt journal entry.
• Balance all deposits to daily work submitted by all departments and log deposits.
• Process corrected journal entries as needed.
• Work with outside financial advisor as needed.
• Review and reconciliation of cash transactions from the CIS system to external cash receipts.

Other Job Functions:

• Analyze account activity and prepare correcting journal entries for other departments.
• Participate in preparation of month-end and year-end financial closing.
• Prepare month-end and year-end financial reports for departments.
• Prepare reports for Accounting Manager as required.
• Assist with annual financial audit performing analytical review of funds and processes in addition to preparing work papers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School graduate or GED required.
• Some college-level accounting classes preferred.

Experience:

• 3 years general accounting responsibility, payroll processing and accounts receivable experience required.
• Some bookkeeping experience and working knowledge of Microsoft software preferred.
• Experience with Ultipro/UKG and Ultimate Time Management software preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of accepted accounting standards, procedures, and payroll.
• Working knowledge of the terminology, principles and methods utilized with the Finance Department.
• Investigate and settle payroll disputes involving possible errors. Audits summaries, bank transactions, wage reports, and surveys.
• Experience with a computerized accounting system and Microsoft Office software.
• Attention to detail; exercise initiative; judgment; and make decisions within the scope of assigned authority.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Accounts Receivable processes.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Constant exposure to routine office noise and equipment.
• Frequent minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
• Occasional exposure to hazards typically found in general office environments where there is rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie, and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization, and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Benefits Information:

Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
• Discounted Chilson Center passes
• Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

Hybrid Remote Work Eligibility:

• This position may be eligible for up to two days per week working remotely. Probationary employees (within the first six months of employment) may not be eligible. Subject to change based on business needs and performance expectations.

Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Experience

• 3 year(s): General accounting responsibility, payroll processing and accounts receivable.

• Bookkeeping experience and working knowledge of Microsoft software. Experience with Ultipro/UKG and Ultimate Time Management software.

Education

• High School or better

• Some college or better