Finance Specialist

Job Title: Finance Specialist

Salary Range: $82,000 to $95,000 annually

Administration Hours: 40 hours a week Monday-Friday

Application Deadline: Open until filled, initial screening February 13, 2025

The Louisville Fire Protection District (LFPD) is comprised of three (3) fire stations located in Louisville, CO in beautiful Boulder County. We have roots dating back to 1885 and we take pride in serving our community and each other. We are diligently working to achieve our Mission, Vision, and 20212026 Strategic Goals. We strive to live our Core Values: Seek Partnerships, Do Better Every Day, Serve with Compassion, and Make a Difference.

LFPD is seeking candidates for a Finance Specialist to perform various accounting and finance-related duties, including accounts payable and receivables, taxes, returns and reports, and bank reconciliations. This position is responsible for administration for the District Board, month and year-end accounting close processes, annual financial audits, budget preparation, preparation and distribution of 1099s. Manages the volunteer pension plan. Provides back-up to payroll and other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field and four years experience in accounting, highly organized, communicates effectively and excellent customer service skills. Knowledge and experience in the following software programs: QuickBooks, Paycom (or similar payroll platform), Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of Special Districts and/or Fire Department is highly desirable.

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AVAILABLE:

• Retirement Pension Plan with PERA
• Paid Sick Time and Time of With Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with PERACare (District pays 100% of employee-only medical coverage and 80% of dependent medical coverage)
• $50,000 of Life and AD&D Insurance (District paid)
• Additional optional benefit offerings: supplemental life and health insurance, FSA, retirement and tuition reimbursement

The LFPD reserves the right to amend the hiring process dates at any time.

The Louisville Fire Protection District will consider applications only for current job openings. A separate completed application is required for each position in which you are interested. It is the policy of the Louisville Fire Protection District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, national origin or disability, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification. The Louisville Fire Protection District will consider reasonable accommodations for employment to qualified applicants upon request to the Fire Chief or Department.

The District has the right not to hire any of the applicants for the position or to modify or terminate the hiring process at any time, in its sole discretion. Applicants are solely responsible for all costs incurred in connection with the application and selection process. Applicants may be interviewed one or more times by the Fire Chief and by one or more panels consisting of District consultants, firefighters, and others selected by the District. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation for any interview at least three business days before the interview.