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State of Colorado Accountant II in Lakewood, Colorado
Accountant II
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Accountant II
Salary
$63,624.00 - $70,140.00 Annually
Location
Lakewood, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
TAAA.01509.02-2025
Department
Department of Revenue
Division
Office of Budget and Financial Services - Accounting & Financial
Opening Date
03/14/2025
Closing Date
3/24/2025 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
1881 Pierce Street, Lakewood, CO. 80214
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Haley Thompson, HR Analyst, haley.thompson@state.co.us
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
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Department Information
The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect.
The vision of the department is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue, please enjoy this brief video !
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Description of Job
What We Do:
Financial Services is responsible for overseeing, managing and controlling the Department's finances. The Accounting work unit within Financial Services exists to maintain a controlled environment to properly record financial information for the more than $16 billion in taxes and fee revenue collected annually by the Department. The unit also provides accounting services and information for taxpayer refunds and distributions to taxpayers and various governmental agencies. Fiscal year end activities include computing material adjustments in excess of $1 billion to the State's accounting records to allow the State Controller to produce the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) that complies with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
The unit functions as a statewide entity, operating in 72 cash funds and directly posting to the accounts of 38 state agencies and institutions of higher education, as well as being primary custodian of over 26 cash funds. This unit has oversight responsibility for the design and maintenance of several systems and subsystems, payroll for 1,700 employees, information and budget support, expenditure document and controls, Federal grants, and capital construction.
The typical day as an Accountant II:
As an Accountant II, you will:
Reconcile the daily revenue activity as it is generated by taxpayers filing returns, making payments, receiving refunds, etc.
Reconcile daily refund activity in the tax collection system
Create entries related to tax refund intercepts
Maintain system and sub-system integrity to achieve internal control and reporting requirements
Administers and maintains in accordance with fiscal rules, procedures, and governmental accounting standards
Prepare accounting reconciliations for agency cash accounts, short-checks, and revenue accounts
Perform variance analysis between the tax collection system and the financial system.
Prepare journal entries or other appropriate documents to resolve identified errors.
Reconcile the collection of local-government and special-district taxes and prepare the monthly distributions to cities, counties, transportation districts, cultural districts, health districts, local improvement districts, and metropolitan districts.
Participate in monthly close activities, including the preparation of various journal entries.
Participate in fiscal year end close activities, including the preparation of tax accrual entries.
Ensures financially related transactions are recorded properly in accordance with GAAP and other applicable statutes, rules, regulations, and policies and determines the course of action to be taken when the above guidelines are unclear.
This position is currently tasked with performing work duties via flex-place (aka telework, work-from home arrangements) with on-site visits periodically (generally, once a quarter) for meetings and/or training.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description:
H8A2XXACCOUNTANT II (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwUD9Bt4G-21UlpqdF82WGg5elk/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-EvJRYMjdcPVijH80Aym2KQ)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience Only:
Six (6) years of relevant experience in accounting or in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education in Accounting, Business (coursework requires 27 semester hours completed in accounting or auditing) and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years
Current, valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy will count for six (6) years of the requirement
Preferred Qualifications:
Working knowledge of governmental accounting, or familiarity with FASB/GASB standards
State experience using the State financial system (CORE)
Proficiency with Excel
Experience with pulling reports from systems
Demonstrated ability to work and perform tasks independently
Able to work well on an accounting team.
Conditions of Employment with the CDOR :
Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence.
As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations .
Minimum Qualification Screening
A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application, to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.
Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Recommended attachments: Resume, Cover letter
List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.
Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.
The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Email Address:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
Appeal Rights:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .
Supplemental Information
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado Department of Revenue is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA inbox, dor_ohr@state.co.us.
We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
If not applying online, submit application to:
If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (https://careers.colorado.gov/sites/careers/files/documents/Colorado-Paper-Application-202011-enabled.pdf) (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to dor_ohr@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.
Methods of Appointment:
Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.
Step Pay Program:
Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
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I am a Colorado Resident and have a Colorado address and Colorado State issued Driver License, CO State issued ID, or other proof of residence (as outlined in the FAQ section) at the time of application
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By clicking "Yes" below, I am certifying that I understand that this position is designated as a hybrid work position. This indicates the selected employee will work outside of a traditional State facility, but may be required to perform work on site occasionally as determined by the supervisor of the position. Although it is designated as hybrid the position is still part of the State classified personnel system and as such requires applicants to be a current Colorado Resident at the time of application per The Colorado Constitution, Article XII, Section 13.
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Did you hear about this job from a DOR employee or job fair/event? If yes, please indicate the name of the employee or event that you attended.
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Are you aware of anyone with whom you have a personal relationship (including, but not limited to, any family members or those you or a family member have an intimate relationship with) currently employed with DOR? If yes, please provide the name of the employee and the Division they work in. Per DOR Policy OHR-006, family includes spouse, partner, child, parent, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, or cousin, including those related by marriage, civil union, common law, blood, adoption or foster care.
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The salary for this position is $63,624 annually to $70,140 annually. Are you still interested in this position? Marking "no" will result in removal from consideration. As a reminder, per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series.
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Please describe your experience using Microsoft Excel in your previous roles.
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Please describe your work experience reconciling financial activity between two systems.
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Please provide an example of a complex accounting issue you have encountered in a previous role. What was the outcome?
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Do you have experience in governmental accounting, or familiarity with applying general accounting standards? If so, please use this space to expand on your prior experience and how it relates to this role.
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