Public Safety Accountant I
Public Safety Accountant I
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Department Information
- This position is open only to current Colorado state residents.An eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.Our Mission Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communitiesOur Vision Creating safer and more resilient communities across ColoradoOur Core Values Unity Honor Service
CDPS commits to cultivating an equitable diverse and inclusive work environment. We ensure that we recruit retain and promote engaged employees. Our approach to diversity is simple its about embracing everyone! We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex not an initiative. Our strength is our promise to be inclusive with intentional strategies to welcome and uplift our employees to thrive while building a more equitable workplace.CDPS is an equal opportunity employer. See our CDPS 2022 Equal Employment Opportunity Plan
At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans!
Careers with a purpose:If you are passionate about public safety service and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans this is the organization you want to join!
We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads preparing and mitigating environmental disasters disaster recovery combating crime school safety and victim recovery.
Youll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community!
When you join CDPS you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired motivated and supported to become the best you can be.
Unmatched Benefits:
We highly value work life balance and offer excellent worklife programs training and enriching professional development opportunities and a wide range of benefits.
Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and longterm disability coverage and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
State contribution into Health Savings Account when enrolled in HDHP.
Job protected medical leave under theFamily Medical Leave Act (FMLA)and theState of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado.
Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
We offer unmatched retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security) visitColorado PERAfor details.
CDPS provides generous time off including11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leaveand annual wellness days.
The Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the wellbeing of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide shortterm counseling referrals and resources as well as training and organizational development services.
Additional benefits offered include tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
To learn more about State of Colorado benefits please visitState of Colorado benefits.
Description of Job
- About the Work UnitThe Executive Directors Office (EDO) is the backbone of the Colorado Department of Public Safety providing effective administrative and management services to the Departments operating divisions.
The EDO includes the following:
- The Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director Oversees strategic direction and operations for the department.
- Administrative Services Office Provides division and departmentlevel administrative and support functions encompassing accounting purchasing and contracts budget logistics services (fleet warehousing material management and fabrication) and property services (property management leasing facilities maintenance construction project management and insurance programs) to support the operations and programs of CDPS divisions.
- Human Resources Office Supports recruitment hiring evaluation benefits management personnel actions payroll and all other human resources functions.
- Compliance Office Manages Departmental Policy Risk Management Workers Compensation Program Workplace Investigations Internal Auditing Rulemaking and ensures compliance with state and federal requirements and the States LESO 1033/1122 programs.
- Colorado Integrated Criminal Justice Information Systems develops costeffective information sharing services to provide access for criminal justice agencies while maintaining information security. CICJIS is a collaborative program designed to facilitate information sharing at key decision points in the criminal justice process. There are five participating CICJIS agencies: the Department of Corrections Judicial the Colorado District Attorneys Council the Division of Youth Corrections and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
- Office of School Safety assists local schools and communities to create safe and positive school climates for prek through higher education schools in Colorado.
The Administrative Services Office provides internal administrative support to the Divisions within CDPS and include the following sections:- Chief Administrative Officers office
- Accounting Services and Commercial Cards led by the Controller
- Budget and Policy led by the Budget Director
- Purchasing and Contracts by the Purchasing Director
- Logistics Services Section led by the Logistics Director
- Property Services Section led by the Property Services Director
Work EnvironmentHybrid (two days in the office minimum)Work unit core business hours MonFri 8 am5 pm. (Flex schedule available to be worked out with supervisor)About the JobThis announcement will be used to fill multiple Accountant I positions within CDPS. While positions are hybrid positions may be located in Centennial or Lakewood.Primary Responsibilities May Include1. Document Review & Approval
Review and approve financial transactions (e.g. INs GAXs PRC1s REs) within the CORE system.
Ensure transactions are compliant with GAAP GASB and State fiscal rules.
Verify that supporting documentation substantiates the transaction and includes necessary approvals.
Provide technical guidance to staff and help resolve errors or discrepancies.
Exercise sound judgment in interpreting policy and applying accounting standards in cases lacking clear guidance.
Post all incoming receipts in CORE ensuring accuracy and proper account coding.
Monitor outstanding receivables and initiate collection efforts as needed.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts including receivables to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
Conduct detailed account analysis sometimes requiring review of large transaction volumes and legacy data (e.g. COFRS).
Investigate anomalies determine root causes and apply corrective actions to avoid recurring issues.
Serve as a fiscal liaison to program staffadvise on budget adjustments expenditure classifications and resolution of diagnostic and abnormal balances.
Manage and monitor inventory accounting functions within CORE.
Review warehousesubmitted inventory transactions and invoice for items sold.
Enter related accounts receivable documents and track outstanding balances.
Complete reconciliations and journal entries to correct discrepancies.
Collaborate with internal teams to explain accounting issues and prevent future errors.
4. Capital Asset AccountingManage and monitor fixed asset accounting functions within CORE.
Record acquisitions disposals and transfers of capital assets in accordance with GAAP GASB and State Fiscal procedures.
Ensure proper classification and valuation of assets
Collaborate with division to conduct annual asset verification and certifications
5. Special Projects & Support Duties
Assist with special assignments from leadership (Controller Deputy Controller CAO etc..
Provide backup support to teammates as needed.
Participate in training crossfunctional projects and efforts to improve processes and systems.
Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Note to be considered for this position you must meet one of the following options for consideration.
Proven Experience Knowledge Skills
Option 1 (Work Experience):Five 5 years of generally accepted accounting principals (GAAP) accounting experience to include journal entries and balance account reconciliations.OR Education and Experience Knowledge Skills
Option 2 (Education Substitution):A combination of related education (coursework requires 27 semester hours completed in accounting or auditing) and/or business accounting experience equal to five 5 years
Current valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy will substitute forthe degree requirement and two years of the professional accounting experience.
Preferred Qualifications and CompetenciesKnowledge of GAAP GASB State Fiscal Rules and internal control best practices.
Expertise in financial document review account reconciliation and revenue tracking.
Ability to troubleshoot financial issues and present actionable solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
Experience with ERP systems (preferably CORE)
Experience with Microsoft Excel.
Public sector or government accounting experience is preferred but not required.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam a fingerprint based criminal history search reference checking.
- Must be Colorado resident at the time of application.
Appeal Rights
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures 4 CCR 801 for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures are available at A standard appeal form is available at: 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 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director Attn: Appeals Processing 1525 Sherman Street 4th Floor Denver CO 80203. Fax:. Phone:. The tenday deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.Supplemental Information
- Are you in need of an accommodationIf 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 Human Resources at .Equity Diversity and Inclusion StatementThe 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 servethem. 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 geneticinformation or military status (with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Colorado Department of Public Safety 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 preemployment 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 Human Resources department at.Recruitment Timeline Information and Important Notices- Applicationsare considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore additional information may notbe solicited or accepted after your application has been received.
- Closing Date:All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
- Supplemental Question:Effective responses to Supplemental Questions will directly relate to your professional experience career accomplishments and views about organizational values and approaches and how they relate specifically to this position and requirements as you understand them. Answers generated by AItools will typically be unresponsive.
- Transcripts: An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application should education be used as qualification. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.
- Military Veterans: If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy and VA disability letter if available/applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veterans preference points. Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD2058 State of Legal Residence form.
- Application Tips: For an overview of State of Colorado application process and application tips please view this video.
- Resumes Cover Letters or other documents submitted:will notbe reviewed assessed or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this).
- NotificationsAll correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be sent via email to the email address listed on your application. Include your current working email addresson your application and check the email provided on your application frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from and addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
- Comparative Analysis Steps may include:
- An online skills assessment date 5/6/25 5/11/25
- Structured application review by a panel of SMEs date 5/11/25 5/14/25
- Please hold the date of May 20 2025 for a potential virtual interview.
Employment Type
Full-Time
