Accounting Supervisor - Denver International Airport

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $105,000.00 - $110,000.00. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service

• 457B Retirement Plan

• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year

• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

The City and County of Denver has announced furlough days, or unpaid days off, for most employees to meet a budget shortfall in 2025. There are two fixed furlough days for all limited (temporary positions with an end date) and unlimited (permanent) employees on August 29th, the Friday before Labor Day, and November 28th, the day after Thanksgiving. If you receive an offer for this position, your annual pay will determine whether you are required to take additional furlough days. Details will be discussed during the offer process for selected candidate(s).

Location & Schedule

The City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model. Employees work where needed, at a job site several days a week and off-site as needed. In this position you can expect to work on site at a Denver International Airport office facility 3 days per week. Employees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days.

Who We Are & What You'll Do

Denver International Airport (DEN) is the third-busiest airport in the United States and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world, connecting our community globally through flight and business. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $47.2 billion for the region annually and employing nearly 40,000 people. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and uplift all races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origins, ages, abilities, religion, and LGBTQIA+ communities. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, and we strive to keep diversity, equity and inclusion at the center of all that we do.

The Department of Finance at Denver International Airport is currently seeking a qualified Accountant Supervisor. This position is primarily responsible for leading a team of senior accountants, overseeing period close activities, journal entries, reconciliations, and compliance with accounting standards and internal policies. This hands-on role supports financial reporting, audits, and system expertise while mentoring staff and advising management.

• Supervise a team of two or more senior-level accountants; mentor staff, set goals, document and evaluate performance, provide feedback, and recognize achievements.

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring all activities are completed on time.

• Review and approve journal entries prepared by general ledger accountants for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and review team-prepared reconciliations; investigate variances and post adjustments as needed.

• Serve as a working supervisor by performing advanced accounting tasks and analyses; advise management and liaise with the City of Denver Controller's Office.

• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and fiscal accountability rules; draft and update policies as needed.

• Stay current on new GASB standards, assess their impact, and train staff to maintain compliance.

• Act as subject matter expert in key financial systems (e.g., Workday, DebtBook, future reporting tools).

• Assist in preparing financial statements and reports.

• Support internal and external audits by preparing workpapers and responding to inquiries.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• Five (5) years of full performance level professional accounting experience analyzing transactions, reconciling accounting discrepancies, and preparing financial reports

• Three (3) years of supervisory experience

• Advanced Excel skills, experience using Workday financials, and familiarity with financial reporting systems

• CPA license

• A reliable team player, with effective communication skills, motivated, adaptable, and open-minded

• Demonstrated leadership skills, including coaching, team building, conflict resolution, and training

• The ability to work effectively independently and within a team in a deadline-driven environment

• Knowledge of accounting and financial reporting requirements (GASB and GFOA)

• Mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

• Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of full performance level professional accounting experience reconciling accounting discrepancies, analyzing expenditures, and preparing financial reports.

No substitution of experience for education is permitted.

Additional appropriate education may be substituted for experience requirements.

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until 10/5. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than 10/5 at 11:59 PM.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CV1796 Accounting Supervisor

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Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$84,604.00 - $139,597.00

Target Pay

$105,000.00 - $110,000.00

Agency

Denver International Airport

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies

City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

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