Accountant II

Governmentjobs.com; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong retirement benefits

Medical and dental plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Holidays and leave

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) is seeking an Accountant II to perform accounting and payroll related activities to support the Finance Division. The role requires handling general ledger, grant programs, asset accounting, and month-end close processes as assigned by the Supervisor, Controller or Deputy Controller.

Responsibilities include recording cross-functional transactions, approving ledgers, preparing journal entries and monthly/quarterly reporting, while ensuring

Qualifications

• Six years of relevant experience in accounting or auditing.
• A combination of related education (27 accounting/auditing hours) and/or relevant experience equals six years.
• Current CPA licensure by the Colorado Board of Accountancy counts for six years.

Responsibilities

• Recording and posting cross-functional accounting transactions.
• Approving general ledger accounting and payroll activities and reconciliations.
• Preparing journal entries and related month/quarter/year-end reporting.
• Ensuring conformance to Federal, State, and Local rules and regulations.
• Maintaining fixed assets records and asset-related transactions.
• Supporting budget, procurement, and other accounting needs across divisions.

Education

Six years of accounting or auditing experience (education + experience)

Job description

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026

This position is Hybrid and will be required to report to the identified office location as required by the supervisor.

The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace – and Colorado communities – with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.

This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.

We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.

In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERADefined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• BenefitHub state employee discount program
• MotivateMe employee wellness program
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
• Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
• RTD EcoPass Commuter Program
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs

Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans’ Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home

The salary range for this posting is: HOURLY $31.52 - $40.97 BIWEEKLY $2,521.38 - $3,277.38 MONTHLY $5,463.00 - $7,101.00

The Accountant II completes accounting and payroll (if applicable) activities to help ensure that financial activities performed are recorded accurately and timely to most effectively support the financial needs of the Finance Division and other Divisions as assigned by the Supervisor, Controller and/or the Deputy Controller. This position’s duties in the Accountant series includes but is not limited to:

• Recording and/or entry of cross functional accounting transactions
• Approves general ledger accounting and/or payroll activities and reconciliations for General Financial Accounting and Grant Program Accounting including Cash, Federal, and State Grants
• Reviews and creates journal entries
• Reviews, coordinates, and corrects CDLE quarterly and year-end diagnostic reporting to the State Controller’s Office;
• Reviews and makes entries to manage and maintain CDLE's fixed assets and capital assets,
• Process transactions for all general accounting and some grant program expenditure, revenue, asset and liability accounts.
• Reallocation of various shared and direct costs to various CDLE Divisions.
• General entering or approval of ITI/ITA transactions.
• Compiles and submits monthly, quarterly and annual reporting in a timely manner.
• This position supports Divisions and Offices with general accounting, Budget, Procurement, Payroll, Bank and grant program accounting needs across departments, State Agencies, stakeholders and partners.
• The position will monitor and report general accounting and some grant program fund allocations to ensure that the Grant Program Accountants have the most current information for decision making.
• This position provides accounting records and transactions to assure conformance to all applicable Federal, State, and Local rules and regulations.
• This position may process lease payments
• Encumbrance modification and Procurement Contracting Services support and collaboration
• Performs accounting for state and federal fiscal year-end closing activities and other related general accounting duties including Audits.
• Fixed Asset accounting including the use of FAs, depreciation expense, accumulated depreciation, additions, deletions and related schedules.
• Written checklists, policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

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

H8A2XX Accountant II

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience Only: Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
• Education and Experience: A combination of related education (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

• Experience with Federal Grant management. Note: Medicaid experience does NOT qualify for this portion.
• Performing similar duties as a State of Colorado classified employee.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
• You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.

Appeal Rights

As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: [phone]. Phone: [phone]. Email address: [e-mail]. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov.

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. 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.

Comparative Analysis Process

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.

Work Visas

CDLE does not sponsor Work Visas of any type.

Applicant Use Of AI

The use of AI tools to aid in preparing application materials is allowed under the condition that the applicant independently verifies and confirms the information's accuracy before submission. Applicants are fully accountable for the content of their submissions and must ensure the safe and ethical use of any AI tools. Furthermore, active and direct participation in the interview process is required.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE AND/OR FUTURE VACANCIES

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 State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment 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 Coordinators at [e-mail]. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200.

While a salary range is posted for this position, an eventual salary offer is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis, which considers multiple factors including but not limited to education and experience compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work