Accountant

The salary range is $57,211 - $71,513 annually.

The deadline to submit applications is November 6th, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.

Overview of Department / Position:

Performs a variety of governmental accounting functions associated with the analysis, maintenance, and audit of assigned funds and accounts for the Controller’s Office in the Finance Department. The Controller’s Office is responsible for accounting and financial reporting, vendor and employee payments, grant management assistance and internal financial controls. We strive to be good stewards of public resources and public trust by providing timely, accurate and professional financial services to both our internal and external customers.  

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists in the preparation of the city Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) used by all level of management, bond rating agencies, investors, and citizens. 

• Assists in responding to external auditor inquiries and questions. 

• Prepares journal entries, work papers, statements, and schedules for supervisory review and reviews those prepared by other staff. 

• Reconciles and analyzes fund and account activity. 

• Prepares statements and schedules for supervisory review. 

• Prepares and analyzes reports and projections for management review. 

• Identifies, researches, and resolves problems and issues, assists in developing controls and provides recommendations to improve accounting processes. 

• Develops work goals and objectives. 

• Prioritizes work and meets schedules and deadlines. 

• Assists in completion of special projects. 

• Assists in the implementation of authoritative pronouncements. 

• May assist in directing and reviewing the work of accounting staff. 

• Reconciles accounts monthly and prepares journal entries for assigned funds. 

• Creates fund schedules for the annual audit. 

• Assists other accountants, as necessary, in a variety of tasks including general ledger analysis, preparation of journal entries, creation of audit work papers, and reconciliation of bank accounts. 

• Assists in development and completion of accounting system software update testing. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. 

Education:   

Associate degree in accounting (or related field).

Experience:   

• At least 1 year of progressively responsible accounting experience in a large organization.

Preferred Qualifications:   

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

• Governmental accounting or auditing experience preferred.
  

Knowledge: 

• Demonstrate good knowledge of the principles, practices, and requirements of accounting, governmental accounting standards, auditing practices, and computer based accounting systems. 

Skills:   

• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills. 

• Skills in the use of computers including spreadsheet design and macro creation, database programming, and word processing software applications.   

• Skill entering information efficiently and accurately using a keyboard into software programs; gaining knowledge of financial accounting system. 

Abilities:   

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees. 

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 

• Accurately analyze accounting data and information; perform a variety of mathematical calculations. 

• Prioritize work. 

• Schedule and meet deadlines. 

WORKING CONDITIONS  

Essential Personnel:  

When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel. 

Physical Demands: 

• Light physical work requiring the ability to lift 10 pounds with or without assistance. 

• Occasional lifting and carrying of objects, walking, and standing. 

• Vision for reading and interpreting reports and other written materials. 

• Frequent hand/eye coordination for operation of computer, calculator, and ten key. 

• Clear speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with department personnel and citizens.  

Work Environment: 

• Works in a clean, comfortable environment. 

Equipment Used: 

• Personal computer and standard office equipment including a 10-key calculator.  

• This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment. 

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference:  Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
           
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.  We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants.  It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
                                         
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace.  A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
 

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. 

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.  

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.

Notice Regarding Colorado Identification Document Protections (HB26‑1283)
As part of the employment eligibility verification process, the city of Aurora may request government-issued identification documents as permitted by law. Original identification documents will be reviewed only as necessary for employment eligibility verification and will not be retained longer than permitted by law. Applicants will retain possession and control of their original identification documents except for any temporary retention permitted or required by law.