Hourly Accounting Clerk

Salary

$25.00 Hourly

Location

Boulder County, CO

Job Type

Hourly

Job Number

6685(ZZ2)

Department

Community Planning and Permitting

Division

CPP CUA Admin

Opening Date

03/09/2026

Closing Date

3/18/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

Boulder County Community Planning and Permitting Department is seeking to hire an Hourly Accounting Clerk . The Community Planning & Permitting Department is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounting Clerk to join our finance team on an hourly, part-time basis. The Accounting Clerk will primarily assist the finance team with data entry, record maintenance, and other clerical tasks. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of accounting principles, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

This is an hourly, non-benefited position that will work 15-20 hours per week in a flexible schedule, generally Monday - Friday with at least one day in our physical office required. This position will work remote and out of 2045 13th St., Boulder, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is non-exempt (eligible for overtime).

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range : $25.00 Hourly

Tentative Hiring Timeline

• Phone Screening: Week of March 30th
• First Round Interviews: Week of April 6th
• Reference Check: Week of April 6th
  
  

Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov for more information.

Examples of Duties

• Data Entry: Inputting a variety of financial transactions into our accounting system, Oracle, with accuracy and attention to detail
• Accounts Payable: Matching invoices to purchase orders, processing payments to vendors, and maintaining vendor information
• Record Maintenance: Ensuring accurate and up-to-date maintenance of financial records, including ledgers, spreadsheets, and journals
• Administrative Support: Providing general administrative support to the financial team such as mailings, scanning, and electronic file maintenance
• Performs related work, as required
• May be reassigned during emergency situations
  
  

Required Qualifications

PLEASE NOTE : When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed . Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process . Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

Education & Experience

Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of:

• A high school diploma, or equivalent
  
  

AND

• 1 (one) year of experience in clerical accounting or bookkeeping
  
  

Background Check

Additional related education may count towards required experience.

• A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation
  
  

Supplemental Information

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Detail-oriented and self-directed
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Basic knowledge of modern office and bookkeeping practices and procedures
• Skill in operating office equipment
• Ability to make simple mathematical computations
• Ability to work effectively with other employees and the public
  
  

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Along with offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers hourly employees the following benefits:

• peace of mind for the future with PERA pension, PERA 401k, and Social Security retirement plans;
• ways to get around town with discounts on the RTD Eco Pass;
• paid medical leave;
• the opportunity to take charge of your well-being through a nationally-recognized wellness program.
  
  

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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent? (Required)

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Please describe how you meet the minimum requirement of 1 (one) year of experience in clerical accounting or bookkeeping or related education.

03

Please describe your experience with Accounts Payable.

04

Do you have any experience with Oracle? If so, please describe how you have utilized it.

05

What would you rate your knowledge of Excel? Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced? Please describe how you have utilized this in the past.

06

What kinds of experiences have you had working with others with different backgrounds than your own?

07

Please share an example that demonstrates your respect for people and their differences; how have you worked to understand the perspectives of others?

Required Question

Employer Boulder County

Address 2025 14th Street

Boulder, Colorado, 80302

Phone 303-441-3525

Website http://www.bouldercounty.org