Job Description

Senior Accountant

Colorado Springs Utilities’ Planning and Finance Division is excited to welcome a dynamic Senior Accountant to our Accounting Team!

This is your chance to step into a high-impact role where your advanced accounting expertise will shine. You’ll lead senior-level accounting and reporting efforts, dive into complex analytical and research projects, and support the financial operations of Colorado Springs Utilities, select joint ventures, and affiliated authorities.

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of ensuring financial integrity—driving accurate accounting transactions, reliable financial statements, and strong internal controls that align with GAAP, policies, and regulations. Your knowledge, initiative, and problem-solving skills will be highly valued as you take on challenging accounting work that truly matters—supporting a trusted utility and making a real difference for our community.

What will you be doing?

• Preparing journal entries, analyzing, and adjusting ledger balances; preparing accounting and financial statements and reports
• Analyzing financial and accounting information; recording and reconciling significant financial transactions
• Ensuring compliance and consistent application of appropriate principles, policies, and practices; developing, preparing, and documenting accounting policies and procedures
• Assist in leading the research and implementation of required governmental accounting standards for the organization with minimal management oversight
• Assisting in monthly accounting close and annual external audits, including preparing the published financial statements and accompanying notes
• Data gathering and interpretation, research, summarization of findings, and tracking records/results
• Recommending changes/improvements based upon analysis and developing processes to increase efficiency or reduce cost
• Answering complex inquiries from other staff members, employees, the public, departmental personnel, and various groups and organizations
• Leading projects and promoting teamwork
• Anticipating customer needs and producing quality, accurate, prompt, and reliable results reported clearly and concisely verbally and in writing

Who you are:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required, and 5 or more years of experience in a relevant accounting or auditing field
• A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is preferred
• Knowledge and a strong understanding of accounting principles and concepts
• Proficiency in accounting software, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and good communication abilities
• 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

We are also interested in accounting experience in the utilities or energy industry, as well as fixed assets, grants, derivatives/hedging, so please be sure to highlight this experience on your resume/application.

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 a 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 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