Colorado Licensed General Accountant

Job Summary

Detail-oriented and analytical, the full-time Colorado Licensed General Accountant will manage the Lottery's tax reporting sub-system, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and conduct internal audits while primarily working remotely with occasional travel required.

Key responsibilities

• Manage tax sub-systems and year-end reporting, ensuring compliance with federal and state tax regulations
• Perform discrepancy reconciliations of tax reporting records and general ledger accounts, preparing necessary journal entries
• Serve as the agency tax resource by analyzing complex tax regulations and recommending process adjustments to avoid penalties

Required qualifications

• Six years of relevant experience in professional accounting or auditing
• Current, valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy is acceptable for meeting experience requirements
• Completion of 27 semester hours in accounting or auditing coursework
• Experience in a government accounting or auditing setting is preferred
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards