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State of Colorado Financial Reporting Accountant - Hybrid in Denver, Colorado
Financial Reporting Accountant - Hybrid
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Financial Reporting Accountant - Hybrid
Salary
$81,204.00 - $93,384.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
TGA-00474-11.2024
Department
Department of Revenue
Division
Office of Budget and Financial Services - Accounting & Financial
Opening Date
11/20/2024
Closing Date
12/2/2024 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Lily Keenan, HR Analyst lily.keenan@state.co.us
Primary Physical Work Address
2829 W Howard Pl, Denver, CO 80204 - This position is currently tasked with performing work duties via flex-place (aka telework, work-from home arrangements) with as needed on-site visits with clients.
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.
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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
The Accounting work unit within Financial Services exists to maintain a controlled environment to properly record financial information for revenue collected as well as provide budgetary control and support for the department’s expenditures. The work unit handles all accounting specific functions for the department, which includes accounts payable, revenue collection, payroll for over 1,600 employees, general accounting transactions, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
What we do:
The Gaming section of Accounting has a Limited States Gaming statutory requirement to issue monthly financial statements to the Governor, State Treasurer, Speaker of the House, President of the Senate, etc. and oversees all accounting functions for the Gaming division, calculates annual disbursements of Gaming proceeds, and plays a critical role with the Gaming Commission to support and ensure compliance with State and Federal rules, statutes, and policies to effectively manage financials and maintain a strong internal control framework.
The typical day as a Financial Reporting Accountant:
This position will be preparing the monthly Gaming financial statements for the Colorado Limited Gaming Commission. A high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and strong organization skills are imperative to the success of this role and team. This position will prepare stand alone financials, be the main contact for external auditors and provide communication and advice regarding financial transactions and information. This position will supervise a team of accountants and monitor workflow and performance. If you're ready to contribute to the success for DOR, then this job may be for you!
Primary Duties:
Prepares and/or approves adjustments and accruals to accurately reflect the Division’s financial position at month end.
Reviews complicated calculations to determine how expenses will be split between Sports Betting and Gaming, creates spreadsheets and compiles proper backup to be reviewed by the Controller and contract auditors.
Audits and approves transactions within all systems, ensuring accuracy and completion while solving any errors.
Makes decisions on the authorization of payments or approval of accounting entries relative to situations where fiscal rules or statutory definitions are unclear or ambiguous.
Prepares annual year end exhibits and footnotes and reviews audited statements in conjunction with other staff, auditors and the OSC.
Prepares the Gaming monthly unaudited financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Understands how the financial statements are interrelated and how to properly analyze them for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable Federal, State, professional and other regulatory requirements.
Performs reconciliations or reviews reconciliations performed by others on a monthly basis to ensure accounting information is accurately recorded on all appropriate systems (CORE, MLO, and GenTax); oversees accounts receivable and accounts payable for the Division of Gaming.
Advises others on how to resolve accounts receivable, accounts payable, CORE, and GenTax account discrepancies within the context of applicable policies, procedures, fiscal rules, etc.
Position Details:
This position is mostly remote with required in office meetings or training approximately once a quarter (or more if needed). This position is generally not allowed to take personal leave from approximately mid June through mid September every year due to the Fiscal Year requirements of this position.
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:
H8A3XX ACCOUNTANT III (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwUD9Bt4G-21UlpqdF82WGg5elk/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-EvJRYMjdcPVijH80Aym2KQ)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Experience Only:
Eight (8) years of relevant experience in Accounting.
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education in auditing , finance, and/or accounting (coursework requires 27 semester hours completed in accounting or auditing) and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned (as stated above) equal to eight (8) years.
Current, valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy will count for six (6) years of the requirement
NOTE: If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Necessary Special Qualifications:
Division of Gaming employees and their immediate family members are prohibited by C.R.S. 12-47.1-401 and Colorado Limited Gaming Regulations Rule 7 from engaging in certain activities that would be considered a conflict of interest. Such as the following:
Having any interest, direct or indirect, in any licensee, licensed premises, establishment or business involved in or with limited gaming.
Owning any property in Black Hawk, Central City or Cripple Creek, except employees working in Gilpin and Teller Counties can own private residential properties in those counties.
Participating in limited gaming and sports betting anywhere in Colorado, including the Indian casinos in Southwest Colorado.
Receiving or accepting any item of any value from a licensee or applicant other than under the specific guidelines set forth in Department of Revenue Policy DOR-013, sections A, B and C.
Division of Gaming employees are prohibited from purchasing, selling or trading chips and/or tokens issued by Colorado casinos, whether the casinos are opened or closed.
Division employees shall not enter into social relationships with gaming licensees, gaming licensee applicants, or any officer, agent, or employee of a licensee.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with financial reporting and reconciliations
Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards (GASB) and their application
Proficiency using Excel, Microsoft Word and Adobe Pro
Demonstrated communication skills (both oral and written)
Knowledge of State Fiscal Rules
Proven ability to work independently and accept supervision
Experience in State Government accounting
Experience using Colorado Operations Resource Engine (CORE) and/or Gentax
Experience using integrated accounting systems for financial statement preparation
Interpersonal and people management skills, the ability to multitask, the ability to work with confidential information, the ability to work in high-stress environments, and the demonstrated ability to assist customers
Experience in a supervisor or leadership role, managing employee/team workloads, coaching staff or managing employee performance
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 acknowledgment 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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Please describe your experience reviewing, preparing, and completing annual comprehensive financial statements.
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Please describe your experience leading, coaching and reviewing the work of others. Please also include if you've managed others and your general management style.
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This position manages many tasks which have firm deadlines. Describe your experience managing your workload independently while completing tasks and meeting deadlines.
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Describe how your work or workplace has been audited by external auditors. What was your level of participation in the audit and what tasks were involved?
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By clicking "Yes" below, I am certifying that I understand that this position supports the Gaming Division. This indicates the selected employee must abide by the necessary special qualifications written in this job posting.
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CDOR - 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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CDOR - 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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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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