Accountant I (Temporary Aide)

Department Information

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

NOTE: This posting may fill more than one vacancy.

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The Department of Personnel & Administration (DPA) is the foundation for dependable state government, leading with responsiveness, integrity, and teamwork. We provide services to other government agencies and all Coloradans by taking bold initiative toward a government with engaged employees, innovative solutions, and constructive partnerships.

DPA provides a wide range of programs and services, from custodial & maintenance to financial and human resources support, which assist other state agencies in fulfilling their missions. At DPA, there are countless opportunities to contribute to meaningful work that supports and serves the people of Colorado. The wide variety of positions in DPA allow individuals to learn about state operations and provide for long-term career growth.

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado; it's a chance to combine your expertise with public service. Our professionals strive to support the state government and the residents of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more.

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Why We Want You:

We want your expertise, positive energy, drive to succeed, and love of this great state as we work to elevate the expectations Coloradans have of their government.

What You'll Get From Us:

In return for the skilled work you do, DPA provides a competitive compensation and benefits package to accompany employment opportunities. Please see the Benefits Overview video for details on the benefits offered to employees.

Description of Job

This Temp position exists to process transactions for the Department of Personnel and Administration. This involves determining which operation is needed to record transaction data into CORE, such as cash receipts (CR*), Invoices (IN or GAX), Journal Vouchers (JV*), Receivables (RE*), and interagency transactions (IT*); receiving checks/cash and preparing/submitting them for deposit; issuing disbursements; processing and tracking accounts receivable billings; financial document filing; review of accounting documents ensuring that transactions are accurate in accordance with applicable State fiscal rules and regulations.

A summary of the duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Enter Invoices from a community email inbox and enter into CORE. Work with OSC for vendor changes; coordinate with vendors to set up EFT information in CORE.

• Enter Cash Receipts in CORE for checks received on a weekly basis and deposited by various accounting staff.

• Participate in acquiring the mail and scanning various items including entering payments from the mail into CORE. Periodically reports to the office to sort the mail, redistribute, and deposit checks.

• Reconciliations - perform analysis and reconciliation of accounting transactions between CORE and unit records to ensure reporting is accurate. Reconcile revenue for COE unit and prepare revenue report for Budget office; Reconcile 1099 reports, A/R, A/P accounts and resolve discrepancies.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

• 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. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, but may be attached.
  
  Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.
  
  Resumes WILL NOT be reviewed for minimum qualification screening. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will also be used as part of the comparative analysis process to identify a top group for further consideration.

Class Code & Classification Description:

P1A1XX

Temporary Aide

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

At least four (4) years of accountant experience.

OR

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in accounting.

OR

Current, valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy will substitute for the degree requirement.

The exceptional candidate will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following preferred qualifications:

• Previous State Service related to the work assigned to the position

• One year experience in CORE

• Intermediate level Excel skills

Conditions of Employment:

• A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.

Appeal Rights:

Not Applicable

Supplemental Information

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.

Accommodations: The Department of Personnel & Administration 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 Coordinator, James Mantay | james.mantay@state.co.us or 303-866-6540.