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Western Colorado University · 1 month ago

Accounting Coordinator

Gunnison, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$50K/yr - $53K/yr

3+ years exp

Western Colorado University is a public institution dedicated to providing personalized education. They are seeking an Accounting Coordinator to support the Foundation's financial operations, including gift processing, accounts payable management, and vendor invoice management.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

The Accounting Coordinator supports the Foundation’s financial operations through accurate gift and revenue processing, accounts payable management, and fund administration

This role posts and reconciles gifts across both the donor and financial databases, maintains alignment between Raiser’s Edge and Financial Edge, and processes desktop deposits, bank reconciliations, and quarterly and annual revenue reports

The position also manages vendor invoices, check runs, credit card reconciliations, and ACH and wire transfers, while supporting month-end close, 1099 reporting, and workflow improvements to strengthen overall financial compliance and efficiency

In addition, the Accounting Coordinator maintains records for more than 600 Foundation funds, assists with audit schedules and Form 990 documentation, and supports reporting needs for scholarships, planned gifts, and endowed funds

The role provides administrative support to the Finance Director, collaborates with external auditors, and ensures proper documentation and adherence to state and charitable reporting requirements

Through organized recordkeeping, cross-departmental coordination, and responsive service to campus partners and donors, this position helps ensure the smooth and accountable operation of the Foundation’s financial processes