Bond Accountant

Department

Position Summary
This position reviews and reconciles all purchases and tracks spending of state, institutional, and bonds related to capital projects as well as reviewing, reconciling, reporting, and ensuring compliance with all bonds and long-term obligations. This position is also responsible for managing the University’s capital projects and subscription-based information technology agreements. Additionally, it is responsible for analyzing lease agreements by applying GAAP and GASB standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

20%:

• Reconcile and compare the capital expenditure subsidiary ledger accounts and the asset listing to the Plant Fund, general ledger account to analyze Plant Fund activity.
• Reconcile the cash account in the plant funds for all bond and capital projects monthly.
• Draw funds from the State for State-funded capital projects by working in the State’s financial system CORE and in Workday.
• Record draws from State and reconcile projects balances to CORE.

20%:

• Make determinations of operating lease vs capital lease and calculate present values as well as track all leases according to GASB 96 and related standards.
• Maintain the GASB 96 schedules in both Workday and Excel.

20%:

• Responsible for reviewing and reconciling the University’s bond obligations to the General Ledger, submitting all necessary federal forms to receive interest rate subsidies, and preparing and submitting all check requests to pay bond principal and interest obligations.
• Verify proper account classification for leasehold improvements, major remodeling, etc.

15%:

• Approve invoices and encumbrance documents for capital projects or bonds.
• Request and post all internal transfers as they relate to the bond payments.
• Process accruals for bond interest (and subsidies).

10%:

• Monitor hedging derivative instruments and process payments should they become necessary, and review circumstances that could constitute a termination of the University’s swap agreement and propose related entries or disclosures.
• Maintain continuing disclosure compliance through usage of DacBond.
• Monitor private business use of tax-exempt bond-financed facilities to ensure tax-exempt status is maintained.
• Serve as the main point of contact for the Budget Office as it pertains to Bond subsidy calculations.
• Act as initial contact with bond counsel for completion of working drafts for new issuance of bonds.
• Monitor IRS communication for the Tax-Exempt Bond Community.
• Initiate/coordinate arbitrage calculations on time and in compliance with bond requirements. Write and implement new procedures as necessary for additional bonds. Maintain overall compliance with bond issuance.

5%:

• Calculate and compose the State exhibits for fixed assets and bonds.
• Compile and compute the schedule of operating and capital leases based on the University’s written leases (Lease Contracts) and payments and calculate pledged revenue annually.

5%:

• Serve as back up to the Fixed Asset Accountant with respect to reconciliations, invoice approvals, wire transfers, journal entries, data extraction, etc.

5%:

• Explain regulations, computations, and procedures involved with the University’s plant fund, bonds and hedging instruments to auditors.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or related.
• Experience using an integrated financial system similar to Workday.
• 2 years of professional accounting experience.
• 2 years of hands-on experience performing reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to interact with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Experience with multi-tasking and problem solving.

Important Note: Successful applicants will ensure their resume clearly demonstrates that their work experience describes how they meet ALL required qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience interpreting accounting standards and applying them in a professional setting.
• Workday Finance experience.
• Experience in Higher Education.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Work Hours

• Full-time, 40 hours per week, Non-Exempt
• Monday-Friday, 8am to 5pm MST
• This position is remote eligible but onsite attendance may be required; must reside in Colorado.

Salary for Announcement
Under Colorado law, MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $54,900.00 - $82,400.00.

This position is paid monthly and is eligible for MSU Denver benefits.

Instructions to Apply
Applications accepted until position filled.

For full consideration, please submit the following documents:
Resume
Cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

Three (3) professional references will be required of the finalist. One reference must be a prior supervisor.
Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

Posting Representative Email

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more.   

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf. 

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors.  To Assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.