Finance & Accounting Professional

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a Finance & Accounting Professional to support SDM's finance, accounting, and procurement functions. In this hybrid role, you will handle tasks such as procurement, financial statement reconciliation, accreditation documentation, and internal cost reporting and projections under the guidance of the Assistant Director of Finance and Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor accounts receivable for SDM departments; review contract compliance, prepare invoices, and process various payments (current, aging, outstanding).
• Investigate and reconcile finance and accounting variances and discrepancies, in collaboration with university campus personnel and external vendors to ensure GAAP compliance and adherence to school and university fiscal policies and procedures.
• Monitor school funding accounts (e.g., speed types) for accuracy and propose appropriate changes to management.
• Pull internal financial data, statements, reports, and conduct special analyses as directed.
• Prepare analyses of financial, budget, and accounting data and reports for senior decision-makers on financial projections, school policies, and processes.
• Develop learning opportunities for SDM personnel to understand finance, budget, and accounting variances and discrepancies.
• Investigate and reconcile budget variances and discrepancies with campus personnel and external vendors to ensure GAAP compliance.
• Create budget and general ledger journal entries in the PeopleSoft Financial system; prepare appropriate entries for revenues, receivables, expenditures, and interdepartmental transfers.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to SDM Finance & Budget leadership.
• Independently prepare and communicate internal financial statements, reports, and analyses to department and school stakeholders.
• Monitor the school procurement card for proper approvals and transactions, providing training in accordance with policies; ensure timely expenditure reporting.
• Oversee purchases under $10,000 to ensure correct account codes, speed types, and allowability of spending.
• Coordinate the purchasing process for recurring standing purchase orders and multi-year agreements.
• Collaborate with internal departments, vendors, and campus personnel to confirm/audit receipt of goods and services before approving invoices.
• Oversee the school’s operating expense encumbrances.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field from an accredited institution
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
• One (1) year of professional level experience in finance and/or US GAAP accounting

Technologies

• PeopleSoft Financial system
• Microsoft Excel
• Power BI
• Concur
• CU Marketplace

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Access on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

Work Location

Hybrid – eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3-4 days per week on campus with in-person meetings as needed. The role will be on campus 5 days a week during the initial training period.

How to Apply

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed qualifications
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
• Questions should be directed to: Jordan Burt, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 7/9/26.

Anticipated Pay Range

Finance & Accounting Professional: $51,748-$69,343. This range represents a good faith estimate of compensation at posting. The total compensation includes benefits beyond base pay and may include overtime eligibility depending on level.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities during the employment application process. To request an accommodation, contact the CU Anschutz HR ADA Coordinator at [email protected].

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus conducts background investigations for all prospective employees to maintain a safe and secure environment.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety s