Accountant I

OUR OWN LIVES – ACCOUNTANT I

Formed in 2023, Our Own Lives is a new disability services organization that will begin providing direct services to the disability community in Southwest Colorado in July of 2024. To be ready for the July 2024 date, staff are now being hired. We serve individuals and families in Archuleta, Dolores, La Plata, Montezuma, and San Juan Counties. Previously the direct services arm of Community Connections, Inc., we have decades of experience providing person-centered, inclusion-focused supports to the disabled community on its own terms. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Remote work options available.

The Accountant I will support the financial operations of the organization. Manages and oversees:

 Accounts payable

 Accounts receivable

 Billing

 Bank Reconciliations

 General ledger entries  Financial statement preparation

 Payroll processes

 Grant reporting request processes

 Balance sheet reconciliations

In addition, this position assists management with important financial decisions, and works closely with the CFO to complete audit and budget processes.

All employees will uphold Our Own Lives mission, vision, and values.

Knowledge and Abilities:

 Must be able to prepare and analyze accounts receivables/payables, general ledger, financial statements, budgets, and all organizational operational functions.

 Must have knowledge of budgeting and audit processes.

 Must have experience with accounting software (Abila/MIP preferred) and advanced Excel skills.

 Ability to commute for business, when needed. If driving, must possess a drivers’ license in the state in which they reside and current auto insurance.

 Satisfactory completion of all background checks and references, including Motor Vehicle Record is required.

Qualifications:

 Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred with a minimum of three years’ experience. Non-profit accounting experience preferred. Or, an acceptable combination of education and experience adequate to be able to fulfill all job responsibilities.

$26.44/hour + benefits for FT. More details and application available at www.communityconnectionsco.org. Contact Community Connections at 970-259-2464 with questions.