Accountant I

Accountant I

Salary: $30.27 - $36.32 Hourly Location: Golden, CO Job Type: Full-Time Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 2026-00039 Department: Finance Opening Date: 03/20/2026 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description

Benefits Questions

The City of Golden is currently seeking Accountant I applicants. Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be!

Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, its a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play. Location, location, location - Work near great restaurants and shops, hit the trails, and enjoy the outdoor scenery of Clear Creek and the foothills. Convenient commuting from all directions.

Paid time off - Paid vacation starts at 16 days (thats over 3 weeks!), plus 12 days of sick time and 12 paid holidays each year.

Great benefits - The City matches up to 8% of your retirement contributions, plus offers a full-spectrum of benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement (check it out)!

Performs a variety of professional-level accounting duties including but not limited to; internal audit processes; assisting with payroll, accounts payable, capital asset management, and inventory tracking; and completing monthly accounting tasks. Acts as a direct liaison between departments and funds in support of the budget and audit. Provides support for budget development such as gathering data and updating reports. Supports preparation of year-end workpapers, audit documentation, and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Expected to be a subject matter expert in Opengov (budget development) and INCODE (accounting software).

JOB SUMMARY

• Assist with preparation of audit schedules and documents for the ACFR.
• Provide accounting and budget support to the accounting team and departments and funds across the city and to the Director of Finance.
• Provide support for the budget process including gathering departmental data, updating spreadsheets and reports, and assisting with uploads into the Opengov budget system.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, bank statements and prepare journal entries.
• Assist with and complete month end and year end closing procedures.
• Provide Ad hoc support and custom reports to staff outside of the finance department.
• Research and prepare variance analysis between budgeted amounts and actual expenditures, including preparing projections for groups.
• Ensure compliance with all GASB standards and government accounting principles.
• Prepare and engage in cashflow analysis to ensure financial stability of the City of Golden.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

This description is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities. Work assignments and responsibilities are subject to change.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in accounting with a minimum of two years of accounting or accounting related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Municipal finance experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid drivers license and good driving record.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports, technical documents, and policies.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports, and correspondence.
• Proficiency in preparing reports, correspondence, and presentations with clarity and precision.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Strong proficiency in accounting principles, financial analysis, and budgetary calculations.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, ratios, and variances.
• Competence in reconciling accounts and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
• Proficiency in applying accounting principles to ensure accurate financial reporting.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on data and analysis.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Knowledge of GAAP and GASB standards.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with Tyler Incode, OpenGov, and UKG preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED

• General office equipment including laptop, financial software systems, multi-line telephone, copiers, scanners, and analytical tools and calculators for financial analysis.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to hold, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Primarily an office environment with potential for hybrid work arrangements. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and typical of an office setting. May require occasional morning, evening, or weekend work to attend CBAC, City Council or community meetings.

The City of Golden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Regular Full-Time (RFT) employees of the City of Golden currently receive numerous benefits as part of their total compensation package. These benefits are in addition to mandated benefits such as: workers compensation, unemployment insurance, and social security. Some benefits are provided at no cost to the employee while others require employee cost sharing or contributions. Employees are eligible to enroll in most benefits upon hire.

The City of Goldens benefit package can comprise an average of 35% of total compensation.

Employer Paid Benefits Include:

• Term Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

Cost Sharing Benefits Include:

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• 401(a) Retirement Plan

Full-time employees can also take advantage of:

• Wellness Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Account
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Vision Coverage
• Tuition Program
• Supplemental Life Insurance

Full-Time employees receive the following leave options:

• 128 Hours of Annual Leave (accrued each pay period)
• 96 Hours of Sick Leave (accrued each pay period)
• 12 Paid Company Holidays

For more detailed information please refer to the Employee Benefits & Perks section of our website.

Survey Questions

01 The hiring range for this non-exempt position is $30.27 - $36.32 hourly, dependent upon qualifications. Are you comfortable with this pay range?

• Yes
• No

02 Please select your highest level of education completed.

• High School or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree or higher in accounting or closely related field
• Bachelors Degree or higher in unrelated field
• None of the above

03 Please select your years of related work experience.

• Less than two years
• Two to three years
• Four to five years
• Six years or more

04 Do you have experience working in municipal finance?

• Yes
• No

05 Please select your level of proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• No Experience

06 Do you have experience with any of the following systems? (Check all that apply)

• Tyler Incode
• OpenGov
• UKG

07 Do you possess a valid drivers license and good driving record? A good driving record includes, but is not limited to, no suspension or revocation of license within the last three years and no conviction of a DUI, DUID, DWAI, or any hit-and-run accident within the last two years.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer: City of Golden Address: 911 10th Street, Golden, Colorado, 80401 Phone: 303-384-8185 / 303-384-8000 Website:https://www.cityofgolden.gov/