Jr. Asset Accountant

Position Summary

This position exists to assist the Fixed Asset Accountant and Associate Manager of Accounting Services in asset related activity making sure to monitor, record, track, depreciate, and safeguard the University’s fixed assets and bonds. Additionally, it is responsible for analyzing lease agreements related to GASB 87 lessees by following prescribed processes that follow GAAP and GASB standards.

Duties & Responsibilities 

50%: Prepare & record Journal Entries in Workday & Core including but not limited to: 

• GASB 87 lessee entries in workday; for payments, initial recognition, interest, current non-current liability and amortization 

• Cash draw from state for capital projects 

• Monthly bond entries for; accruals, interest subsidy, amortization, cash deposits, cash draws and cash transfers. 

• Quarterly bond entries; restricted cash, swap valuation 

• Monthly entries to correct capital projects with missing or incorrect work tags 

• Record GASB 96 entries in workday prepared by fixed asset accountant 

• Record GASB 87 entries for lessors prepared by fixed asset accountant 

30%: 

• Make determinations of what is a GASB 87 lease or a short term lease, calculate present values, as well as track according to procedures in alignment with all leases according to GASB 87. 

• Maintain the GASB 87 schedules in both Workday and Excel. 

• Reconcile the cash account in the plant funds for all bond and capital projects monthly. 

• Reconcile Construction in Progress and retainage accounts 

• Send work orders received from AHEC to the concerned departments for their approval and proper account coding, verify the signor is authorized and verify that the account used is correct and then route for additional approvals. 

15%: 

• Approve invoices and purchase order documents for capital projects or bonds, ensuring the correct worktags are used, and the payments are in alignment with the respective projects.  

• Submits all bonds and notes payable payments for principal and interest on time and in alignment with the related debt documents.  

• Assist with calculation and preparation of the State exhibits for fixed assets and bonds quarterly. 

5%: 

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

• Other duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience may replace degree. 

• Proficient Excel Skills with working knowledge of Pivot tables or similar 

• Ability to interact with internal departments and external stakeholders 

• Experience with reconciliations. 

• Experience in a fast-paced environment that would have required exceptional organizational skills and managing multiple deadlines 

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

 Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in Higher Education 

• Minimum 1 year of professional experience in Accounting. 

• Professional experience working in Workday Finance or a related ERP  

Schedule Information 
Full-time, 40 hours per week 
Not Exempt from Overtime (AN)
Days of the Week:  Monday – Friday  8:00am-5:00pm
Evenings and Weekend Work: as required. Overtime eligible 
Schedule: Hybrid schedule requiring 2 weeks of in person training with the flexibility of remote work opportunities (subject to supervisor approval). Employee must reside in Colorado.
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.

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 June 15th, 2026.