Director of Finance & Grants Compliance – Colorado

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

RTD pass

Job summary

State of Colorado – Serve CO Director of Finance oversees the financial operations for Serve Colorado, ensuring strong internal controls, accurate budgeting, and compliance with federal and state requirements. The role drives fiscal strategy, reporting, and grant oversight, collaborating with the Governor’s Office and executive leadership.

The position emphasizes accountability, staff supervision, and proactive risk management while coordinating audits and financial planning to support growth

Qualifications

• 4+ years overseeing federal fiscal funds.
• 5+ years of grant management experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Commitment to non-discriminatory practices in hiring and development.

Responsibilities

• Maintain internal control environment following federal and state rules.
• Develop and monitor budgets and spending plans.
• Oversee payroll allocations and financial reporting (FFR, FFATA, SEFA).
• Lead closeout processes for federal grants and audits.
• Supervise Senior Fiscal Officer and grant-related procurement.
• Assist with policy development and grant agreements.

Skills

Budget management

Financial oversight

Leadership

Policy compliance

Risk management

Grant management

Excel advanced

Financial reporting

Education

Public sector accounting

Grant administration

Budgeting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

State of Colorado – Serve CO Director of Finance oversees the financial operations for Serve Colorado, ensuring strong internal controls, accurate budgeting, and compliance with federal and state requirements. The role drives fiscal strategy, reporting, and grant oversight, collaborating with the Governor’s Office and executive leadership.

The position emphasizes accountability, staff supervision, and proactive risk management while coordinating audits and financial planning to support growth