Accounting Specialist
Accounting Specialist
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USD 57000 - 64800
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Job Description
Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) is seeking a passionate driven individual with the desire to learn grow and excel in a culture that values every member of the team. DSF was named one of the Denvers Top Workplaces in 2025 (6 year recipient of Top Workplaces) a testament to our team and to our intentionality in co-creating a positive inclusive work environment. When you join the DSF team you will enjoy a supportive and innovative environment where your work has a profound impact on the lives of students and their families.
As a nonprofit organization DSFs mission is to inspire and empower DPS students to enroll in and graduate from postsecondary institutions of higher education by providing the tools knowledge and financial resources essential for success. By embodying the core values of equity innovation leadership learning relationships and integrity in everything we do DSF strives to be a leader within the community. As we constantly seek to improve our services we build strong relationships with college staff members partners students team members and the broader community. We are committed to justice equity diversity and inclusion believing in the value and ability of all students and team members.
We seek candidates who will model live and reinforce DSFs mission and core values with colleagues students families and the broader community. If you are passionate about the philosophy and mission of DSF then we invite you to join us and help make college possible for Denvers students.
Job Summary
The primary role of the Accounting Specialist is to process all accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions ensuring accuracy and compliance with DSF policies and procedures. In addition the Accounting Specialist will support various other accounting and finance functions in collaboration with the Director of Finance and Accountant. The Accounting Specialist will also have access to confidential information and will need to handle this information with discretion and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Process accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions ensuring accuracy and compliance with DSF policies and procedures.
- Prepare daily deposits and reporting using the remote deposit system.
- Prepare daily cash status reports.
- Compile and analyze financial information to support the preparation of journal entries.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
- Assist with financial audits.
- Maintain established filing and documentation system for all finance transactions.
- Review and investigate errors and inconsistencies in financial entries documents and reports.
- Understand and monitor compliance with DSF policies and procedures.
- Provide administrative support to the finance department.
- Work to ensure the timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
- Serve as a backup to the Accountant.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook and PowerPoint) and Teams.
- Familiarity with accounting software (i.e. Sage Intacct) is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality.
- Ability to be flexible with changes in priorities on any given day.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- A sense of humor tolerance for change and a demonstrated ability to create a positive culture.
- Position requires a proven track record of trustworthiness personal accountability and exceptional ethics. Personal qualities of integrity credibility and unwavering commitment to Denver Scholarships mission.
Education and Experience
- Associates degree in Accounting or equivalent experience of 2 years.
- Basic understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
Benefits
- $57000 to $64800
- 401(k) plan with $ for $ match of up to 5%
- Group health dental and vision insurance (low cost premium plans offered)
- Life Insurance that provides 2 Times Your Annual Salary
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Short Term Disability Supplement (Based on Years of Service)
- Paid holidays (includes Winter Break and Summer 1/2 Fridays in June and July) and 2 Floating holidays each year
- Trusted Time Off (unlimited vacation policy following 90 days)
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave (Based on Years of Service)
- ID Theft Protection and Will Preparation Assistance
- Legal and Financial Counseling
- Four Professional Wellness Sessions
- Employee Assistance Free and Confidential Counseling Services
This position is a hybrid role working four days onsite and one day remote.
Job posting will remain open until 06/13/25 and may be extended if additional time is needed to gather qualified applicants.
Denver Scholarship Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. Learn about DSFs commitment to Equity & Inclusion.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
