What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Financial Services Staff Accountant position at State of Colorado?
At CSU Pueblo we are dedicated to helping students explore financing options to help them achieve their educational goals. Student Financial Services (SFS) is a comprehensive provider of financial aid and student employment services to prospective and current students, parents of students, and alumni. Student Financial Services assures compliance with federal and state regulations for eligibility of financial aid and administration of financial aid programs.
CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world. regulations.This position’s main priority will be to support Student Financial Aid compliance, focusing on reconciliation for Financial Aid, including all state, federal, and institutional aid. This position also assists in compiling and analyzing data used for federal and state reporting, compliance, and problem resolution. This position works autonomously managing program and reporting compliance for Enrollment Management and Extended Studies (EMES) and works in collaboration with other departments. This position will provide accounting support for third party billing and deposit reconciliation support for EMES, particularly the Division of Extended Studies and the Military and Veteran Success Center. Additionally, the SFS Staff Accountant will be expected to support the Office of Financial Management when time allows, particularly during the year-end close out of each fiscal year.
Primary Duties:
Funds and Fiscal Management
Supports Director of Student Financial Services with completion of state and federal reports, including but not limited SURDS and FISAP.
Extended Studies and Military Billing Accounting Support
Works with Extended Studies (ES) staff to resolve ES Deposits, correct errors and assist in reconciling third-party and student balances. Provides problem analysis and resolution for military billing related questions and audits.
Support Office of Financial Management (OFM)
Provides support for OFM office, particularly during the fiscal year-end process.
Collaboration
Develops and maintains solid working relationships with campus partners involved in working with Student Financial Services, such as campus leadership, Institutional Research, and Business Financial Services.
Ancillary Duties:
Other duties as assigned.
Salary:
$50,000 - $63,000Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must attach the following documents, in order to be considered for this position:
Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and continue until filled; applications received by 11am Thursday, April 3rd, 2025, will receive full consideration.
About Colorado State University Pueblo
Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4,000 students. CSU Pueblo provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction with a small student-to-faculty ratio for an ever-changing global economy. Students can choose from 38 undergraduate programs with 70 fields of study in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; the Hasan School of Business, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of Health, Education, and Nursing; and 15 graduate programs.
CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world. CSU Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the student body. Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has designated CSU Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution. Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly growing segment of the student population, that designation also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students.
Among its unique features, CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines electrical and mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors. The College of STEM houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation's top 100 by U.S. News and World Report. CSU Pueblo has an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly renovated and expanded student center.
At CSU Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience. Competing at the NCAA Division II level, CSU Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow students to get involved in campus life.
About Pueblo, Colorado
The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air and 300 days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo's beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking or skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries.
CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check.
The University reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate.
Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodations, please contact the Office of Human Resources& Institutional Equity at (719) 549-2441 or hr@csupueblo.edu.
In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the University's annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety.
Colorado State University Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Additionally, the University complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices.
All employees of Colorado State University Pueblo (CSU Pueblo) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE), under the supervision of the Director of Institutional Equity & Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the Discrimination (including Title IX Sex Discrimination), Protected Class Harassment, and Retaliation policy. All employees are required to report conduct prohibited under this policy, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the OIE and to provide OIE’s contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Institutional Equity (https://www.csupueblo.edu/institutional-equity/policies-and-procedures/index.htm).
CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world. regulations.This position’s main priority will be to support Student Financial Aid compliance, focusing on reconciliation for Financial Aid, including all state, federal, and institutional aid. This position also assists in compiling and analyzing data used for federal and state reporting, compliance, and problem resolution. This position works autonomously managing program and reporting compliance for Enrollment Management and Extended Studies (EMES) and works in collaboration with other departments. This position will provide accounting support for third party billing and deposit reconciliation support for EMES, particularly the Division of Extended Studies and the Military and Veteran Success Center. Additionally, the SFS Staff Accountant will be expected to support the Office of Financial Management when time allows, particularly during the year-end close out of each fiscal year.
Primary Duties:
Funds and Fiscal Management
- Works with Director of Student Financial Services to set Title IV aid and work-study budgets and packaging over-commits using allocated amounts, federal and state program regulations, and historical data.
- Monitors awarding and expenditure levels to make sure regulations are being adhered to and budgets are on target. Makes necessary funding level adjustments to stay on track with both.
- Calculates federal Administrative Cost Allowance and expenses it to Title IV programs using federal guidelines and funding levels.
- Monitors and implements necessary changes to procedures in the accounting system (KFS), the Banner financial aid system, the government payment system (G5), and the human resource system (AIS) to comply with Federal and State program requirements and GAAP accounting standards.
- Reconciles Title IV expenditures and revenues in KFS, Banner and G5 and makes corrections as needed. Reconciles AIS work-study earnings reports to Banner and KFS and makes corrections as needed.
- Maintains KFS organization, account, object-code and sub-object code maintenance according to GAP.
- Manages aid-year based designators with the Federal AR detail codes and account numbers.
- Assists BFS in Exhibit K reporting for federal funds – Title IV.
- Provides necessary documents for audits.
Supports Director of Student Financial Services with completion of state and federal reports, including but not limited SURDS and FISAP.
Extended Studies and Military Billing Accounting Support
Works with Extended Studies (ES) staff to resolve ES Deposits, correct errors and assist in reconciling third-party and student balances. Provides problem analysis and resolution for military billing related questions and audits.
Support Office of Financial Management (OFM)
Provides support for OFM office, particularly during the fiscal year-end process.
Collaboration
Develops and maintains solid working relationships with campus partners involved in working with Student Financial Services, such as campus leadership, Institutional Research, and Business Financial Services.
Ancillary Duties:
Other duties as assigned.
Salary:
$50,000 - $63,000Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
- Willing and able to work normal hours of operation and additional hours as business necessitates. Hours may include evening and/or weekends
- Experience with financial reporting or accounting principles
- Experience working with Microsoft Office products
- Previous experience in a position that required exceptional customer service for both internal and external customers
- Experience with, or commitment to, motivating, educating, and mentoring students and/or staff from a wide range of backgrounds similar to that of Colorado State University Pueblo.
- Master’s Degree in Accounting or related field
- Knowledge of financial aid
- Evidence of ability to identify problems including research for solutions and/or answers
- Experience with higher education
- Experience with financial aid / government accounting
- Experience with Banner financial aid and Kuali accounting
- Significant experience reading, analyzing and preparing documents
Applicants must attach the following documents, in order to be considered for this position:
- a letter of intent (cover letter) explaining the extent to which you meet the minimum requirements and preferred qualifications for this position
- a current resume or CV
- unofficial or official transcripts showing required degree conferred
- current contact information for three professional references, either within the online application or as an attachment. Contact information for personal references will not count towards this requirement
Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and continue until filled; applications received by 11am Thursday, April 3rd, 2025, will receive full consideration.
About Colorado State University Pueblo
Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4,000 students. CSU Pueblo provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction with a small student-to-faculty ratio for an ever-changing global economy. Students can choose from 38 undergraduate programs with 70 fields of study in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; the Hasan School of Business, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of Health, Education, and Nursing; and 15 graduate programs.
CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world. CSU Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the student body. Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has designated CSU Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution. Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly growing segment of the student population, that designation also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students.
Among its unique features, CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines electrical and mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors. The College of STEM houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation's top 100 by U.S. News and World Report. CSU Pueblo has an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly renovated and expanded student center.
At CSU Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience. Competing at the NCAA Division II level, CSU Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow students to get involved in campus life.
Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical and prescription insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible benefit plan
- Basic term life insurance
- Voluntary term life and AD&D lnsurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Travel accident insurance
- Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
- Annual and sick leave
- Retirement plans
- Employee and dependent tuition discounts
- State employee discounts via BenefitHub
Other incentives include various on-campus event, recreation, and meal discounts.
About Pueblo, Colorado
The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air and 300 days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo's beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking or skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries.
CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check.
The University reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate.
Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodations, please contact the Office of Human Resources& Institutional Equity at (719) 549-2441 or hr@csupueblo.edu.
In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the University's annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety.
Colorado State University Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Additionally, the University complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices.
All employees of Colorado State University Pueblo (CSU Pueblo) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE), under the supervision of the Director of Institutional Equity & Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the Discrimination (including Title IX Sex Discrimination), Protected Class Harassment, and Retaliation policy. All employees are required to report conduct prohibited under this policy, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the OIE and to provide OIE’s contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Institutional Equity (https://www.csupueblo.edu/institutional-equity/policies-and-procedures/index.htm).
Salary : $50,000 - $63,000
