Salary : $47,000.00 - $50,000.00 Annually

Location : Lamar, CO

Job Type: Professional/Tech Full-time

Job Number: 121961

Department: LCC Business Services

Opening Date: 05/08/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Methods of Appointment: This position is not part of the classified state personnel system.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Type of Announcement: This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

Transcripts Required: An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at time of application. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for US equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application material. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue.

Department Contact Information: Tara Silvey, Human Resources DirectorLamar Community College2401 South Main StreetLamar, CO 81052719-336-1572Tara.Silvey@lamarcc.edu

Description

Expand your career opportunities at Lamar Community College by working alongside diverse colleagues who value integrity, professionalism, and each other while inspiring academic excellence. If you desire to make a difference and enrich the lives of others through learning, LCC is a place for you. We will support your personal and career goals and help you succeed as part of our team! Lamar Community College has an exciting opportunity for you to be our next Assistant Controller . We are looking for a dynamic, passionate, dedicated individual who will lead and implement LCC's strategic plan.

POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking an energetic, highly organized, dynamic professional to join our LCC team. Our institution provides the highest quality education and service excellence in an environment of care, support, mutual respect, and integrity. The Assistant Controller will act as a backup for the Controller. This person will be responsible for financial accounting for the college, including backup for Payroll and delegate for State Controller when appropriate. The position will be involved in day-to-day accounting with functional oversight of records and reports. They will also assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc reports for the institution, and prepare various required State and Federal financial reports. This position will designate a portion of time to assist with all LCC Foundation Financials, including the completion and presentation of financial statements to the Board.

As an employee of, and the Colorado Community College System, this position is required to uphold and enforce the policies of LCC and CCCS, and all local, state and federal laws. This position will comply with all student privacy laws (FERPA); and is a mandatory reporter of any suspected illegal activity.

Examples of Duties
•Work with Controller to ensure that the Financial Accounting System operates properly and provides timely and accurate information for administrative and reporting use. This includes the functions of accounting, disbursements, payroll, cashiering, billings and collections, and cash control for all funds and activities of the College.
•Work with Controller to ensure that the above functions and all related functions are conducted in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, State of Colorado Fiscal Rules, institutional policies, and other applicable fiscal policies of federal, state and local authorities having jurisdiction.
•Work with Controller to ensure that the Financial Accounting System operates properly and provides timely and accurate information for administrative and reporting use. This includes the functions of accounting, disbursements, payroll, cashiering, billings and collections, and cash control for all funds and activities of the College.
•Work with Controller to ensure that the above functions and all related functions are conducted in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, State of Colorado Fiscal Rules, institutional policies, and other applicable fiscal policies of federal, state and local authorities having jurisdiction.
•In conjunction with Controller. establish and maintain appropriate internal controls within the institution to reasonably safeguard assets, assure accuracy of financial and accounting data, promote operational efficiency, and encourage compliance with applicable fiscal rules and policies. Insure proper and current maintenance of internal accounting systems and documentation, prescribing procedural changes as necessary to benefit the institution and the State of Colorado. This to include restructuring accounting staff assignment as necessary to meet changing requirements and to improve efficiency and eliminate duplication or unnecessary clerical and accounting effort while maintaining the integrity of the Financial Accounting System. Perform the functions of an internal auditor for the College. Maintain budgetary accounting records to ensure that applicable guidelines and fiscal regulations are observed in the expenditure of these funds.
•Ability to prepare all reports of a financial nature for the College and provide general accounting and fiscal information to those individuals, departments or agencies who have need for and legal access to such information.
•Knowledge and ability to reconcile College accounting system with the Colorado Financial Reporting System (COFRS) and prepare and follow through with adjusting and correction entries where required.
•Assist with year-end closing of financial records, including the calculation and preparation of year-end adjusting entries and the preparation of internally generated financial statements for the College.
•Work with Human Resources, Controller, and Accounts Payable in the completion of payroll.
•In absence of Controller, serve as senior College accounting professional. Complete training and certification needed to serve as backup Delegate for State Controller, etc.
•Assist in maintaining, overseeing, and managing accounting records for all college funds in accordance with state fiscal rules, state statutes, state procurement code, NACUBO, and GAAP.
•Coordinate, maintain and oversee the billing/accounting functions for local tax boards.
•Assist with the control of capital assets that include annual inventory and enforcement of capitalization and disposal policies.
•Assist with various state and federal financial and statistical reports including: IPED's, State Budget Format Report, fee schedules, Federal financial aid reports, etc.
•Monitor grant expenditures and coordinate grant billings with Grant/Project Manager.
•Assist with ongoing training of all college staff in appropriate use of state funds, budget and fiscal policies and procedures, and the appropriate use of administrative tools such as Self-Service Banner.
•Verify the balance in all liability accounts on a monthly basis including payroll liabilities and sales tax payable.
•Record all cash receipts and journal entries in Banner. Post interoffice billings to individual accounts.
•Assist with functions of PCard and Travel Card in conjunction with Controller and Accounts Payable.
•Verify FOAPs and review and correct FOAP mismatches.
•Cross training and assistance with LCC Business Office and LCC Cashier positions.
•Work with Controller for the completion and maintenance of effective inventory and control of Capitalized equipment and maintain accounting records of inventory changes.
•Preparation, completion, and presentation of LCC Foundation Statements.
•Lamar Community College employees are required to participate in accreditation activities for the college. This includes, but is not limited to participation in Conversation Day and other Open Pathway activities.
•Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller and Vice President of Administrative Services and Institutional Effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate Degree in Accounting or closely related field
3+ Years experience in accounting, data entry, administrative, educational and/or customer service.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or closely related field
5 or more years experience working in accounting or closely related field
Experience and knowledge with fund accounting and governmental accounting standards and requirements.
Computer skills, data entry skills, multi-tasking.
Detail Oriented.
PC experience with Excel, Word, and other Microsoft application software.
Experience with on-line computer accounting systems especially Banner and COFRS as they relate to A/P, A/R, Budget, G/L, and F/A.
Ability to manage confidential materials and maintain confidentiality when working on specific tasks or projects.
Knowledge of administrative tasks and responsibilities

Supplemental Information

Salary Range: $47,000.00 - $50,000.00. The specific salary will be determined by the qualifications of the selected candidate, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

LCC offers comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Tuition Reimbursement benefit plans. Generous annual leave, sick and holiday benefits are also included. LCC Fitness Center membership is complimentary for all full time employees.

Deadline to Submit Application Material: Preferred start date is May 15, 2024. This position will remain posted until the position is filled.

Application Process: All applications must be submitted online. Please note that ALL items must be received for your application to be considered. Complete applications will include: a cover letter, current resume, three professional references (including at least one recent supervisor and one recent co-worker), and transcript copies. Official transcripts showing the highest degree achieved should be submitted to upon offer of employment.

If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at 719-336-1572 or Tara.Silvey@lamarcc.edu.

By submitting an application for this announced position, applicants are certifying that all statements, information and documents provided are true, complete and correct to the best of their knowledge and are made in good faith. Further, applicants understand that omissions, misleading, false or untrue information, or any attempt at fraud or deceit in any manner connected with this application and/or subsequent testing may result in them not being considered for jobs with Lamar Community College; may constitute grounds for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds for further actions pursuant to law.

Notice to all Applicants:

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire.
LCC participates in E-Verify.
Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
Final candidate is subject to a criminal background check prior to final selection process.
Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire.
LCC is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit the
Former employees of the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material.

About LCC: We enrich lives through learning. Located on the golden plains of southeastern Colorado, Lamar Community College, a federally-designated Hispanic-Serving institution, is focused on the educational needs of Prowers, Baca, Kiowa, and Cheyenne Counties. Yet its unique programs, NJCAA/NIRA athletics, small class sizes, dedicated staff, innovative spirit, and idyllic setting also make it a destination college for students of all ages from across Colorado, the nation, and the world. LCC is one of thirteen colleges in the Colorado Community College System (CCCS).

LCC Vision: "Lamar Community College provides the highest quality education and service excellence in an environment of care, support, mutual respect, and integrity."

LCC Core Values: Respect, integrity, open communication, and valuing people.

The Federal Clery Act (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the LCC website at the A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the College Security Office upon request. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by Lamar Community College, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campuses.

ADAAA Accommodations : Lamar Community College is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Tara Silvey at 719-336-1572 orat least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

Pregnancy Related Accommodations, Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA): The Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for health conditions related to pregnancy or the physical recovery from childbirth. Candidates wishing to request reasonable accommodations must do so as soon as possible, preferably at least three days prior to the exam or interview. If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations, please contact us at 719-336-1572 or

Non-Discrimination Statement: The State of Colorado and Lamar Community College believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado and Lamar Community College is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law as required by Title VI, Title IX, Section 503 & 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, VEVRAA, Age Discrimination Act, and Title II of the ADA. Inquiries may be directed to: Human Resources Director, Lamar Community College, 2401 S. Main Street, Lamar, CO 81052, or 719-336-1572 or

For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Coordinator, Tara Silvey, Director of Human Resources at Lamar Community College, 2401 S. Main Street, Lamar, CO 81052, or 719-336-1572 or

Lamar Community College (LCC) is a premier employer in Southeastern Colorado and one of the 13 colleges in the Colorado Community College System (CCCS). For more than 79 years, LCC has proudly served the counties of Cheyenne, Kiowa, Prowers, and Baca in Southeast Colorado. Today we continue to serve students from the region as well as the state, the country, and the world as we offer programs and services to meet our communities' educational needs. At LCC you will always find outstanding faculty and staff who care deeply about student success. Both in and out of the classroom, LCC provides personalized services and exceptional learning experiences for students. Our focus on high-quality learning in a supportive learning environment provides an inspiring career opportunity coupled with great perks.

The following are the benefits that LCC offers:

Retirement savings through Colorado PERA via our defined benefit or defined contribution plans.
For a complete overview of our health, dental, vision, life, and flexible savings benefits, visit the CCCS employee benefits webpage. Please note that certain health insurance options are not available in Lamar. Please contact HR at (719) 336-1572 for more information.
Our employees stay because of the work/life balance they are able to obtain here. This includes generous leave benefits:
- Administrator/Professional Technical positions earn 15 hours of annual leave and 10 hours of sick leave, accrued each month - based on fulltime status.
- LCC APT employees also have paid time off from December 25th through January 1st.
Administrator/Professional Technical positions have an opportunity to become a lifelong-learner and enjoy considerable savings for the college education of your dependents through our tuition assistance program.
Administrator/Professional Technical positions have leave available for Academic/Volunteer Activities.
All state employees are also eligible to participate in BenefitHub, which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources.
LCC offers employee assistance services to you and your household members at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP). Available services include counseling, professional coaching, webinars, mediation, financial assistance, and more.

No relocation assistance is provided by LCC.