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Accountant II

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Accountant II

Salary: $64,908.00 - $84,666.96 Annually Location: Denver, CO Job Type: Full Time This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address: 633 17th Street, Denver, CO 80202 FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. This position will have hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need. 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 PERA Defined 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 PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews. Description of Job The salary range for this posting is: HOURLY: $31.21 - $40.71 BIWEEKLY: $2,496.46 - $3,256.42 MONTHLY: $5,409.00 - $7,055.58 ANNUALLY: $64,908.00 - $84,666.96 The Accountant II completes accounting 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 Controller and/or the Deputy Controller. This position's duties in the Accountant series includes but is not limited to: Approves general ledger accounting 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. OIT Billing, including reallocation to various CDLE Divisions. Legal Billing, including reallocation 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 general accounting and grant program needs with budgeting, procurement, payroll and banking. 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 processes lease payments Encumbrance modification and Procurement Contracting Services Support Performs accounting for state and federal fiscal year-end closing activities and other related general accounting duties Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights: 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 OR 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: Professional knowledge of general accounting practices and standards, including GAAP, GASB, State fiscal rules, State financial reporting, and State Auditor requirements Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office software, specifically Excel Demonstrated experience working with CORE (Advantage) Preference will be given to candidates with public-sector and/or government accounting experience General ledger & reconciliation accounting experience Professional experience in any of the following payroll related processes: batches, adjustments, transactions, and/or expenditures. Performing duties similar to those assigned to the position as a classified State of Colorado employee. Competencies: Financial department processes: Familiarity with the different processes, duties, jargon, role in an organization, and other specificities of the financial department within an organization. Understanding of financial statements, investments, disclosing policies, etc. Accounting techniques: Experience with the techniques of recording and summarizing business and financial transactions and analyzing, verifying, and reporting the results. Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. The Governmental Accounting Standards Board (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles). The Office of the State Controller (Colorado State Fiscal Rules, Fiscal Procedures Manual, Procurement Rules, Accounts Receivable Collection Rules, CORE Policies and Procedures, etc.). Federal rules and regulations related to the administration of Federal grants, up to and including knowledge of the Federal Uniform Guidance. Successful individual in this position will also have knowledge of the Legislature and/or Governor's Office (Long Bill appropriations, Executive Orders, Colorado Revised Statutes), and CDLE specific policies and initiatives. Conditions of Employment: Must be a Colorado resident at time of