Budget & Purchases Administrator III — Hybrid

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan (PERA)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Public service loan forgiveness (elig)

Employee discount program

Job summary

Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) seeks a Work Program and Small Purchases Administrator to support budgeting, reporting, and procurement functions within the Division of Transportation Development. You will manage work program updates, coordinate budget moves, and generate financial reports to ensure compliance with state policies.

The role requires deep accounting/finance experience, knowledge of procurement rules, and strong coordination with OFMB and the division’s staff.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of accounting/finance experience.
• Experience with budgeting, procurement, and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Experience with SAP or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the work program and coordinate budget moves.
• Prepare, submit, and track financial transactions for the division.
• Coordinate budget requests with OFMB and the Business Office.
• Monitor budgets and identify adjustments.
• Generate and maintain key financial reports.
• Manage small purchases and travel card programs.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with policy.
• Provide cross-functional support and data for reports.
• Assist with contracts and consultant invoices.

Skills

Accounting

Budget analysis

Financial reporting

Procurement knowledge

SAP experience

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Google Apps Script

Job description

Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) seeks a Work Program and Small Purchases Administrator to support budgeting, reporting, and procurement functions within the Division of Transportation Development. You will manage work program updates, coordinate budget moves, and generate financial reports to ensure compliance with state policies.

The role requires deep accounting/finance experience, knowledge of procurement rules, and strong coordination with OFMB and the division’s staff.