Public Sector Accounts Payable Specialist

State of Colorado; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

Health plans

11 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Training opportunities

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

State of Colorado’s Department of Corrections is seeking an Accountant II to manage the accounts payable function, reimbursements, and compliance with applicable rules. The role requires strong accounting knowledge and the ability to interpret complex guidance within a government setting.

The position focuses on processing vendor payments, training staff, and supporting DOC management with travel and tuition reimbursements while ensuring accuracy and adherence to state policies.

Qualifications

• Six years of professional accounting experience.
• Combination of related education (27 accounting hours) and/or experience to equal six years.
• CPA licensure counts toward six years if obtained.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the DOC Employee Reimbursement Program.
• Monitor and process employee travel and tuition reimbursements.
• Establish and update internal travel and tuition policies to ensure compliance.
• Audit accounts payable transactions for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

State fiscal rules

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

GAAP knowledge

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Tools

CORE

Job description

State of Colorado’s Department of Corrections is seeking an Accountant II to manage the accounts payable function, reimbursements, and compliance with applicable rules. The role requires strong accounting knowledge and the ability to interpret complex guidance within a government setting.

The position focuses on processing vendor payments, training staff, and supporting DOC management with travel and tuition reimbursements while ensuring accuracy and adherence to state policies.