Denver, Colorado, Department University Advancement Finance Position Summary The Accounting Coordinator (Coordinator) is an essential member of the MSU Denver Foundation team responsible for supporting the accounting and finance responsibilities of the organization. The Coordinator reports directly to the Senior Accountant, and assists in all aspects of accounting, fixed asset maintenance and campus-wide reporting, administrative and other support while maintaining a high level of professionalism in supporting team members, campus partners and vendors. Essential Duties Accounting (65%) Posts and reconciles all contribution revenue from the donor database into the Foundations financial accounting system Initiates and assists in preparing and entering journal entries to record transactions Assists the Senior Accountant in preparing and reconciling general ledger accounts Assists the finance team in preparing documents for the annual audit Provides support with annual tax reporting of 1099s and W2G forms Coordinates and manages quarterly Enterprise Zone administration Assists with Colorado Rockies 50/50 Raffle administration, including quarterly reporting, 990 filing, and other accounting needs, as necessary Assists with accounts payable, remote deposits, and positive pay Checks bank accounts regularly for Automated Clearing House (ACH) transactions Participates in the development and implementation of new or revised accounting systems, procedures, and methods of operation Assists with special accounting and finance projects as needed Other Support (35%) Monitors the Foundation email accounts and ensures that requests are completed, organized and/or assigned to others Coordinates and manages annual multi-state charitable registrations Assists in maintaining a comprehensive document of key university departments to provide regular FE and Raisers Edge (RE) reporting Assists with grant coordination including acquiring signatures and final documents, as well as maintaining proper storage of documents/documentation Assists with UA procurement by creating Special Purchase Orders (SPOs) and Purchase Orders (POs) Assists with approvals and expense reporting for corporate purchasing cards Assists with monthly maintenance and report distributions out of RE and FE for university partners, including discretionary reports Collects and manages confidentiality agreements related to RE and FE systems Completes salary supplement request forms, data entry, and signature collection Provides backup support to the Finance team, particularly the Senior Accountant Supports the Foundations records retention efforts; ensure that the Foundation complies with its Records Retention Policy Records storage and maintenance including physical files and data files within SharePoint and Drives Oversees the storage, updates and sharing of Foundation and UA forms/templates Assistswith the documentation of standard operating procedures and process Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Bachelors degree, or the equivalent combination of education and experience providing accounting and data coordination, reporting and support (one year of education is equal to two years of experience) Experience using accounting software CRM database experience Ability to work independently to solve complex problems and be a resource for colleagues in the department Excellent customer service, people and verbal and written communication skills Self-starter and solutions-oriented Attention to detail and good time management Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) Experience working in collaboration with others Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Business or Accounting Experience with Blackbaud software (Financial Edge, Raisers Edge) or similar fundraising software Experience using Workday or similar financial and human capital management systems Experience working for an institution of higher education Must have a hands on approach to all tasks required to be completed We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every preferred qualication. We are most interested in candidates who will best contribute to the Health Institute, the College of Health and Human Sciences, and the University. Schedule Information Full-time, 40 hours per week Not Exempt from Overtime Hours: Monday " Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Evenings and Weekend Work: Rarely, as needed Schedule: Hybrid schedule requiring in person work 2-3 days with the flexibility of some remote work opportunities (subject to supervisor approval) Travel: Rarely 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 anticipated hiring range is $ 41,626 - $60,174 .00 This position is paid monthly and is eligible for MSU Denver benefits. Instructions to Apply 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 Professional references and their contact information will be requested from the finalist/s. At least one reference provided must be a supervisor (either current or former). Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire. Deadline Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received by Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Closing Date Open Until Filled Posting Representative Sophia J Montano Posting Representative Email smontan7@msudenver.edu Benefits The Universitys 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 accessto a long-term disability (LTD) plan.Visit MSU Denvers 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.