Cdoc - Accountant II

State of Colorado • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides accurate and timely processing of payments within the CORE Accounts Payable module for the Colorado Department of Corrections, on behalf of the State of Colorado, and in accordance with the State Procurement Code, the Colorado Code of Ethics and Guidelines, State Fiscal Rules, and to the extent practicable, to maximize the value of the State of Colorado public funds. Compile, classify, record, report, and track transactions pertaining to amounts due to vendors from the Department of Corrections. Receive, analyze, resolve, and process payment to vendors for services provided and goods received by all agencies within the Department. Provide guidance and assistance to Business Managers and others to ensure payment accountability of the Department.

Requirements

• Six (6) years of professional accounting experience. This experience must be clearly described, in your own words, within the work experience section of your application to meet this requirement.
• Professional accounting processes that record, classify, verify, and report information related to financial transactions and involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment and personal accountability and responsibility for creating, developing integrating, applying and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is: uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the specialized field and continuously studied to explore, extend and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials equipment, applications and methods.
• Professional accounting includes hands-on experience understanding, interpreting, and applying financial rules, procedures, and guidelines using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) standards.
• Coursework requires 27 semester hours completed in accounting or auditing
• Strong knowledge of State fiscal rules and accounting functions
• Exceptional interpersonal/customer service skills
• Ability to develop strong ongoing professional relationships and foster strategic partnerships
• Excellent logic, reasoning, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong organizing, planning and prioritizing skills
• Detail oriented with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interpret complex rules, regulations, policies, agreements, procedures and guidelines
• Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.
• Must be 21 years of age
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609.
• The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph.
• The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.
• Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; DOC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.
• Successfully pass all modules of the six-week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics.
• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics
• Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist
• Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down
• Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows
• Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows
• Swing a baton in a striking technique
• Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic
• Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions
• Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment
• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security
• Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
• Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
• Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations
• Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner
• Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders
• Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments
• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
• Willing and able to travel
• Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule
• TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
• Successful completion of a background investigation is required.

Nice To Haves

• Two years experience in accounts payable
• Experience utilizing Colorado Operations Resource Engine (CORE)
• Experience processing travel, tuition, or other employee reimbursement payments
• Strong knowledge of State fiscal rules and accounting functions

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the DOC Employee Reimbursement Program
• Manage and monitor employee travel and tuition reimbursement by providing training to DOC employees and processing all employee reimbursement payments
• Establish and update DOC's internal travel and tuition policies and guidelines to assure compliance of statewide rules, policies, and procedures
• Review and approve accounts payable transactions by auditing supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness to include original invoice, receiving report and purchase authorization
• Provide research, guidance, and interpretations of complex items including but not limited to Colorado Revised Statutes, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Fiscal Rules, the Procurement Code, Administrative Regulations (AR), and questions or inquiries from DOC management, Controllers, supervisor and others as-needed
• Develop recommendations and assist in the reporting and presentation of travel and tuition recommendations to DOC Management
• Review policy and provide input for program updates as-needed to improve transparency, processes, and compliance
• Interpret and explain division operations, policies, procedures, standards, and AR's relating to all employee reimbursements including travel, tuition, hotels, and the ghost card used for establishing airline and rental car reservations
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Assume other duties as assigned by Finance and Administration Management, Controllers, and the Accounts Payable Manager.
• Provide program specific monthly progress report information, to include departmental/individual staff challenges and accomplishments for submission to the Accounts Payable Manager and Controllers
• Ensure all records and pertinent communications are retained in accordance with State Archive Policies and any other agency policy
• Perform other job related duties as assigned or required

Benefits

• PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined; Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• Wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED