Accounting Manager

Engineering a world of possibilities Colorado School of Mines is pleased to announce an opening for an Accounting Manager in the Controller's office. The Accounting Manager reports directly to the Associate Controller of Operations and provides strategic leadership to the Controller’s Office and financial management for the Colorado School of Mines. This position assists the Associate Controller in creating and analyzing financial reports and presentations; collaboratively develops financial and accounting policies and procedures; ensures sound financial processes and internal controls; and provides document management in multiple audits performed by the State of Colorado, Federal Government and others as necessary. The Accounting Manager will provide leadership in financial services for the institution and will represent the Controller’s office in a wide range of activities, committees, and meetings. The Accounting Manager will collaborate and interact with many internal and external constituents including campus administration and academic departments, other higher education institutions, State governmental agencies (e.g. OSC, OSA, OSPB and JBC staff), and the public. The Accounting Manager will oversee a minimum of three Accountant level positions on the General Accounting team for the Controller’s Office. The Controller’s Office currently operates on a hybrid work model. Working from campus in Golden, Colorado at least weekly is required. Primary Responsibilities Financial Management, Compliance and Reporting – oversee financial management procedures, policies and strategies to administer compliance and reporting. Determine appropriate incorporation of regulations and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) applicable to the institution, including state-wide legislation, GASB pronouncements, federal and state regulations, bond requirements and internal controls. Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and strong internal controls. Review, analyze, and recommend appropriate accounting and financial policies and procedures that support University operations and employ best practices. Develop and provide training as needed for financial policies and processes. Develop, recommend, test and monitor strong accounting controls to ensure accuracy of reporting and mitigate potential risk of the misappropriation of funds. Follow recommended process for and implement new GASB Standards, federal guidelines and other regulatory agencies. Provide staff with direction in the implementation of state and/or federal regulations and develop opportunities to increase flexibility within operations. Observe, monitor, and provide feedback as appropriate for state fiscal legislation and its impact to Mines. Review potential accounting standards and provide input or responses that advocate for Mines. Provide accurate and timely financial reports (both ad-hoc and routine) to campus constituents and external agencies, including the annual financial statement package with accompanying notes, State of Colorado exhibits and notes, and Foundation and Endowment reporting. Represent the Controller’s Office internally and externally for campus wide committees, events, and meetings. Advocate the financial position for Finance, Administration and Operations. Act as a contact for external audits (state and federal). Serve as a liaison for campus constituents, gathering feedback and improving processes to ensure seamless financial management. Provide leadership and management for the Controller’s Office General Accounting Unit, including daily accounting functions such as cash, banking, accounts receivable, endowments and gifts, and research. Provide training, guidance and oversight of General Accounting, Cash Management, and Chart of Accounts, which includes Workday and State of Colorado CORE financial system. Develop performance plans and evaluations for each direct report, including professional development plans and training. Develop and maintain policies and procedures covering the functional areas within the Controller’s Office General Accounting Unit, incorporating business process best practices. Provide support for campus constituents with a strong focus on customer service. Develop policies and procedures to meet the needs of strategic initiatives. Assist the Business Systems Functional Support Team (BSFS) with maximizing Workday utilization, running monthly business processes for close, researching & testing system upgrades and staying informed on system enhancements and efficiency improvements. Ensure system upgrades are tested, implemented and communicated to campus partners. Oversee problem identification and resolution for system related issues impacting functional users and related data. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in financial accounting, budgeting, or financial management. Thorough knowledge, understanding of, and experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and accounting pronouncements relating to public research universities such as GASB. Experience with computerized accounting systems, spreadsheet applications and working with large complex data sets. Experience with developing and delivering training, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Advanced coursework/degree in accounting or related field. Higher Education Accounting/Finance experience. CPA credentials. Workday, Banner, or other similar ERP financial system experience. Familiarity with the State of Colorado, public higher education, financial and accounting processes. Salary and Benefits Salary Range: $90,000 – $100,000, based on education, training and experience. Flexible health and dental care options. Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year, including a week-long winter break for entire campus. Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution. Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents). Free RTD Ecopass. Access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games. Access to the state‑of‑the‑art Recreation Center and Outdoor Rec Center. On‑campus daycare center available for employees. Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. We also do not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses. Mine’s policies, procedures, programs and activities reflect compliance with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination and address inequality or concerns for safety. It is the intent of Mines to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and provide reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within the working environment. Qualified individuals with a disability or a disabled veteran may request a reasonable accommodation regarding job application or selection processes. Contact our Human Resources team at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. Successful completion of a background investigation is required for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr