Accounts Payable Technician (Hybrid)

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Colorado Department of State (CDOS) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a position that makes a direct impact on enhancing the lives of Coloradans. The Administration Division provides management and central support services for the Department of State such as budgeting, accounting, and human resources. The Finance Unit provides financial, budgetary, accounting, contract, and procurement services to the Colorado Department of State (CDOS). This unit also processes payroll, maintains a Department-level accounting structure and system of accounts for cash and federal funds, including grant funds, and provides ongoing budget and policy analyses, fiscal note analysis and preparation, contract administration, as well as oversight of an internal accounting system. As the Accounts Payable Technician, you will be a valued member of the Finance Team within the Administration division, which provide direct support to the Office of the Secretary of State. The Administration Division works collaboratively to meet the needs of the Department staff and acts as a liaison between the leadership team and department staff. The ideal candidate will be a results-driven individual with strong customer service and accounts payable skills. To succeed in this role, it is important that you have strong analytical and communication skills, work well in a high-pressure environment, are able to adjust priorities as needed, display a commitment to ethics and confidentiality, and are dedicated to advancing a diverse and inclusive perspective.

Requirements

At least three (3) years professional experience that includes payment processing experience— such as completing payment transactions while following established rules and verifying required documentation and approvals.
A combination of experience as defined in Option 1 along with education, successful relevant course work from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Auditing, Bookkeeping, Finance or any closely related field to equal 3 years.
Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.

Nice To Haves

Previous State Service related to the work assigned to the position.
Professional experience in accounts payables, including invoice review, accurate coding, vendor communication, and familiarity with State Fiscal Rules and commercial card requirements.
Professional experience in resolving discrepancies, identifying anomalies, and ensuring compliance across accounts payable and backup finance functions.
Professional experience using the OneCard system.
Professional experience in customer service, including interacting professionally with vendors, internal staff, and external agencies to resolve discrepancies and explain financial requirements clearly.
Professional experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical judgment.
Professional experience with an ERP system using financial systems such as CORE (or similar) for AP, AR, travel, payroll, or cashiering tasks.
Professional experience in Microsoft Office and financial systems.

Responsibilities

Serves as the Department’s primary Accounts Payable (AP) technician.
Is responsible for end-to-end AP processing, vendor management, and compliance with State Fiscal Rules.
Provides commercial card (OneCard) oversight.
Provides structured backup support for Accounts Receivable (AR), travel, and payroll functions to ensure continuity of operations.
Is the primary purchaser for the Department.
Recommends policy and procedural changes to improve processes.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Position must maintain confidentiality of all voter confidential and personal identifying information, personnel information, and any other confidential or proprietary information, as well as comply with all State and Department policies regarding professional conduct and professional practices.

Benefits

RTD Eco-pass (currently free of charge)
Secure bike room accessible only to building tenants
Employee wellness programs
On-site fitness center
12 paid holidays per year
Generous personal time off and sick leave
Access to a diverse array of technical, leadership and supervisory training opportunities
Strong, yet flexible retirement benefits including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Paid life insurance
Automatic short-term (and optional long-term) disability coverage
Excellent work-life balance through flex schedules, flexplace/remote work, and ad-hoc arrangements
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.