Accountant

Colorado Legacy Foundation

The Colorado Legacy Foundation

CLF believes that increased student achievement for all Colorado students requires effective leaders in every school, effective educators in every classroom, and healthy and engaged students who come to school ready to learn.

CLF exists to catalyze bold, comprehensive, systemic change in Colorado’s K-12 educational system. It pursues increased student outcomes by identifying levers for driving student achievement, supporting improved policy and its conversion into effective and sustainable practices, and helping to build implementation capacity at the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) and in school districts statewide. CLF promotes creative and collaborative solutions by conducting research, spurring dialogue, incubating innovative ideas, brokering partnerships, identifying proof points, and scaling adoption of promising practices.

Job Summary

The Accountant completes financial transactions including accounts payable, accounts receivable (invoicing and cash receipts), bank and account reconciliations and assists with financial reporting. Duties include data entry, check generation, ensuring checks are mailed and filing. Duties also include preparation of deposits and ensuring deposits are mailed. Other duties may be assigned from time to time by the Senior Accountant or Chief Financial Officer.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Clear written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate proactively.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in detailed work.
• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet and general ledger software.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• The following computer skills are required of applicants: proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and the internet.
• Experience with QuickBooks and Sage MIP accounting software a plus.
• This position requires: personal and professional accountability; self-management and initiative; and dedication to quality improvement, professional integrity, and promotion of company financial health.
• Must demonstrate accuracy, efficiency and excellent organizational skills.

Education/Experience

· Associates degree is required, with progress towards a BA /BS preferred

· 1-2 years of experience in an entry level accounting position

Compensation

· Full-time position

· Salary commensurate with experience

· Competitive benefits package available

To Apply

Please send a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to jobs@colegacy.org. Applicants should indicate the position in the subject line of the email. The position will be filled as soon as a qualified candidate is identified. No calls, please

Non-Discrimination Policy: The Colorado Legacy Foundation shall not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, employee hiring, and employment practices; selection and management of volunteers, vendors and contractors; membership recruitment ‘provision of services’ and dealings with the general public.

To Apply

Please send a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to jobs@colegacy.org. Applicants should indicate the position in the subject line of the email. The position will be filled as soon as a qualified candidate is identified. No calls, please

Non-Discrimination Policy: The Colorado Legacy Foundation shall not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, employee hiring, and employment practices; selection and management of volunteers, vendors and contractors; membership recruitment ‘provision of services’ and dealings with the general public.