Senior Accountant

Aurora, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Responsible for the overall accounting and reporting functions for each of the programs that AHA administers.

Prepare monthly financial reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for internal use and review by Senior Staff and the Board of Commissioners and as required by external sources regulatory agencies for each of the programs as assigned. Journal entries prepared as needed for completeness and accuracy.
Review program incomes and expenses for each assigned program with Finance Manager Director of Family Services and Director of Assisted Housing as appropriate and provide advice on any discrepancies problems or questions on a monthly basis.
Maintain schedules for each non-cash balance sheet account for each program which is assigned and prepare monthly accruals to expense as appropriate depreciation pre-paid expenses as well as any other related items. Review these accruals on a regular basis and update as needed.
Coordinate the submission of financial reports to regulatory agencies including HUD other federal state and local agencies as required for each program assigned.
Monitor expenses to ensure compatibility with budgeted amounts and bring any variances to the attention of the Finance Manager Director of Family Services and Director of Assisted Housing as appropriate.
Monitor and review the balance and detail of accounts receivable and collection activity for each program assigned with Finance Manager for reducing the balance on a monthly basis.
Ensures compliance with HUD financial management guidelines and regulations.
Coordinate the preparation of all year-end materials for annual audits for programs assigned and assist audit staff with the preparation and submission of year end financial reports.
Supervise the preparation of special financial reports (special reporting requirements) for each program as assigned.
Process HAP/Admin Fee receipts for administered vouchers from other jurisdictions across the county.
Review with Director of Family Services and Director of Assisted Housing any issues with cash flow collections and funding discrepancies as needed.
Provide technical advice and support to ensure the efficient operations of the accounting department and assist to improve systems and processes as needed.
Makes recommendations to Finance Manager on issues related to accounting and programs.
Review assigned bank statement reconciliations on a monthly basis for outstanding items between the books and the banks records.
Reviews weekly the accounts payable check runs for assigned programs with other Finance Staff for determining sufficient funds valid and accurate recording in the program or property books.
Maintains reasonable office hours onsite at main office Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Other duties:

Assists Finance Manager Department heads or other Supervisors with special projects administrative tasks and other accounting and reporting related work.
Responds to questions from HUD personnel and works to resolve problems.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

**Accepting internal applications only * Must be a current AHA employee to apply for this opportunity**
Four-year degree plus a minimum of 5-10 years progressively responsible experience in Accounting or Finance
Additional education/experience desirable
Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Solid knowledge of HUD Guidelines
Expert knowledge of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Expert knowledge of financial statement preparation
Solid Interpersonal skills for financial information presentation
Solid computer skills
Minimum of one (1) years on-the-job training to perform the job effectively

Additional Information :

Salary $86000-$92000

In accordance with Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; We are actively recruiting for this position and accepting applications. The posting will remain open until the role is filled or until April 2026 whichever comes first.

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Responsible for the overall accounting and reporting functions for each of the programs that AHA administers.Prepare monthly financial reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for internal use and review by Senior Staff and the Board of Commissioners and as required...

Responsible for the overall accounting and reporting functions for each of the programs that AHA administers.

Prepare monthly financial reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for internal use and review by Senior Staff and the Board of Commissioners and as required by external sources regulatory agencies for each of the programs as assigned. Journal entries prepared as needed for completeness and accuracy.
Review program incomes and expenses for each assigned program with Finance Manager Director of Family Services and Director of Assisted Housing as appropriate and provide advice on any discrepancies problems or questions on a monthly basis.
Maintain schedules for each non-cash balance sheet account for each program which is assigned and prepare monthly accruals to expense as appropriate depreciation pre-paid expenses as well as any other related items. Review these accruals on a regular basis and update as needed.
Coordinate the submission of financial reports to regulatory agencies including HUD other federal state and local agencies as required for each program assigned.
Monitor expenses to ensure compatibility with budgeted amounts and bring any variances to the attention of the Finance Manager Director of Family Services and Director of Assisted Housing as appropriate.
Monitor and review the balance and detail of accounts receivable and collection activity for each program assigned with Finance Manager for reducing the balance on a monthly basis.
Ensures compliance with HUD financial management guidelines and regulations.
Coordinate the preparation of all year-end materials for annual audits for programs assigned and assist audit staff with the preparation and submission of year end financial reports.
Supervise the preparation of special financial reports (special reporting requirements) for each program as assigned.
Process HAP/Admin Fee receipts for administered vouchers from other jurisdictions across the county.
Review with Director of Family Services and Director of Assisted Housing any issues with cash flow collections and funding discrepancies as needed.
Provide technical advice and support to ensure the efficient operations of the accounting department and assist to improve systems and processes as needed.
Makes recommendations to Finance Manager on issues related to accounting and programs.
Review assigned bank statement reconciliations on a monthly basis for outstanding items between the books and the banks records.
Reviews weekly the accounts payable check runs for assigned programs with other Finance Staff for determining sufficient funds valid and accurate recording in the program or property books.
Maintains reasonable office hours onsite at main office Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Other duties:

Assists Finance Manager Department heads or other Supervisors with special projects administrative tasks and other accounting and reporting related work.
Responds to questions from HUD personnel and works to resolve problems.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

**Accepting internal applications only * Must be a current AHA employee to apply for this opportunity**
Four-year degree plus a minimum of 5-10 years progressively responsible experience in Accounting or Finance
Additional education/experience desirable
Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Solid knowledge of HUD Guidelines
Expert knowledge of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Expert knowledge of financial statement preparation
Solid Interpersonal skills for financial information presentation
Solid computer skills
Minimum of one (1) years on-the-job training to perform the job effectively

Additional Information :

Salary $86000-$92000

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

General Ledger Reconciliation
Accounting Software
Account Analysis
GAAP
Journal Entries
QuickBooks
General Ledger Accounting
Accounting
Account Reconciliation
SOX
Microsoft Dynamics GP
NetSuite

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Aurora Housing Authority

The mission of the Housing Authority of the City of Aurora (AHA) is to develop and promote quality housing while supporting and encouraging economic opportunities leading to self-sufficiency and independence. AHA accomplishes this mission by providing affordable or subsidized housing ... View more

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