University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences | Dean’s Office

Job Title: Accountant – Accounts Receivable & Contracts

Position: #00815988 – Requisition: #37677

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SSPPS) is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant – Accounts Receivable & Contracts to join our Finance team on the Anschutz Medical Campus. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate invoicing, timely revenue collection, and sound financial reporting across the School’s clinical, research, and academic operations. Working closely with finance leadership, the Accountant will manage accounts receivable, reconcile financial activity, and support fund management to keep operations running smoothly and in compliance with university, state, and federal standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer accounts receivable processes, including billing, invoicing, collections, and aging reports for multiple revenue streams and contracts.

• Reconcile monthly financial statements, billing activity, and wire payments; investigate discrepancies and ensure accurate reporting for audits.

• Prepare journal entries, cost transfers, and payroll expense transfers to maintain compliance with GAAP, CU fiscal policies, and audit requirements.

• Support procurement activities through CU Marketplace, including requisitions, multi-year agreements, and purchase order reconciliation.

• Collaborate with research, clinical, and academic units to ensure contract compliance, timely payments, and efficient financial operations.

• Maintain accurate financial documentation, prepare reports for finance leadership, and flag overdue accounts or unusual activity for follow-up.

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives that strengthen financial accuracy, efficiency, and customer service.

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

This role offers the opportunity to be part of a high-impact HR team at a nationally recognized School of Pharmacy located on the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. The HR Partner will play a vital role in shaping positive employee experiences, building strong relationships with departments, and advancing innovative HR practices in support of SSPPS’s mission.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)