Accountant

Job Type: Finance & Accounting

Pay Range $73,018 to $85,903

Location Colorado Springs, CO

Date First Posted 1/27/26

Applications are being accepted through: 2/3/26

*If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted.

Accountant

Colorado Springs Utilities' Planning and Finance Division is seeking an Accountant to join our Accounting Team! In this position, you will be responsible for preparing daily journal entries to the cash ledger, daily and monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and system interfaces, and will support the monthly accounting close and reporting process. We value providing our team members with opportunities for continued professional development through exposure to the many aspects of our financial reporting process.

What will you be doing?

Compiling, preparing, and recording cash ledger transactions; daily and monthly bank and investment account reconciliations

Analyzing, adjusting, and reconciling various ledger balances; daily and monthly system interface reconciliations; providing support for appropriate use of general ledger coding

Researching, analyzing, and summarizing financial and accounting information; troubleshooting problems by gathering, researching, and analyzing data; recording and reconciling significant financial transactions

Participating in the development and implementation of accounting processes and controls

Assisting in the monthly accounting close and reporting process

Supporting annual external audits, including participating in the preparation of published financial statements and accompanying notes

Answering inquiries from other staff members, employees, departmental personnel, and various groups and organizations

Who you are...

A bachelor's degree in Accounting is required

Demonstrated experience in a relevant accounting, auditing, or finance field

Knowledge and strong understanding of accounting principles and concepts

The ability to produce quality, accurate, prompt, and reliable results that are easy to understand

Forward-thinking, customer-focused, strives for the highest standards, fosters professional growth, and thrives on challenges in an ever-changing environment

The military job codes/duty codes most closely related to this role are: 42A, 42B, 36B, 65FX, 65F4, 65F3, 65F2, 65F2,6410, 6413, 6415, 6417, DK, PS, 3401, 3402, 3404, 3406, 3408, 3432, 3451, 9644

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or small amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions within an office working environment.

Our Commitment to Our Employees...

Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important - we prove it! That's why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Off to Recharge

Vacation - Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure

Personal Leave -3 days per year

Paid Holidays -12 paid holidays per year

Sick Leave - 12 days per year for personal or family health needs

Vacation Buy - Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness - Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility

Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost

Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan

Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy

Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP

Financial & Retirement Security

Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind

Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans

Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available

Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans

Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs

Additional Support

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance

Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education

Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness

ATTENTION :

All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days.

Starting pay will be determined within the posted pay range based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate; if there is a single pay rate posted, the job starts at that rate.

Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind, including H-1B, TN, or F-1 student visas (with or without OPT or STEM work authorization), or any other employment-based visas. All eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and work authorization must not be based on any work visa.

Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Colorado Springs Utilities is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity in accord with Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act, 38 U.S.C. § 4212, as amended (VEVRAA), and § 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (§ 503). In addition, no person shall be unlawfully discriminated against because of race, color, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), age, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected under state or federal law. Human Resources shall assure Colorado Springs Utilities' benefits, classification, compensation, employee development, employee relations, and employment programs, conform to current legal and regulatory requirements and the provisions of Colorado Springs Utilities' Affirmative Action Plan in accordance with VEVRAA and § 503.

Accessibility Accommodations . If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us at accessibility@csu.org or by calling 719-668-7500. This option is reserved for individuals who are unable to use or require assistance with the online tools as the result of a disability and is not intended for other purposes.

E-Verify and Right to Work Notice . Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Colorado Springs Utilities participates in E-Verify. For more information on your rights and responsibilities as an applicant, please visit: http://coloradospringsutilities.jobs/applicants-rights-and-responsibilities/ . If you have a legal right to work in the United States, there are laws to protect you against discrimination in the workplace. You should know that no employer can deny you a job or fire you because of your national origin. Unless mandated by law or government contract, employers cannot require you to be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident or refuse any legally acceptable documents. If any of these things have happened to you, you may have a valid charge of discrimination that can be filed with the OSC. Contact the OSC for assistance in your own language. Call 1-800-255-7688. TDD for the hearing impaired is 1-800-237-2515. In the Washington, D.C., area, please call 202-616-5594, TDD 202-616-5525 Or write to: U.S. Department of Justice Office of Special Counsel NYA 950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20530.

Have a question? If you have a question about a position or need assistance from a recruiter, email us at csurecruiting@csu.org or call 719-668-7500.

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