Accountant I - Accounts Payable at GUNNISON COUNTY

Gunnison, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

31.24

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts Payable, Administrative Duties, Clerical Duties, Technical Accounting, Fiscal Records Maintenance, Financial Systems Maintenance, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Driver's License Operation, ICS 100 Completion, ICS 700 Completion

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Description Who We Are Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms. Perks of the Gunnison Valley "The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here. Benefits • Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage • Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month • Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service • Dependent Care FSA • FSA and HSA • Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary • Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership • Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children • Employee Assistance Program • Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement. • 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match • Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement. • 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match • Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships Job Summary Performs a variety of administrative, clerical, and technical accounting duties in maintaining the fiscal records and financial systems of the County with regards to the accounts payable system. Pay Rate Starting hourly range is from $28.53 to $31.24 depending on experience, plus full benefits. *The County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month.* View the full job description here. Hiring Manager Melissa LaMonica Email: MLaMonica@gunnisoncounty.org Anticipated Job Posting Close Date Open until filled. Requirements Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license. Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment. Qualifications/Education Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting. Degrees in finance, business or public administration, with an emphasis in accounting, or a closely related field, may be considered, and One (1) year of progressively responsible accounting or finance work, or Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

This role involves performing various administrative, clerical, and technical accounting tasks to maintain the County's fiscal records and financial systems, specifically focusing on the accounts payable system. The position supports the financial operations of Gunnison County.