Auditor – Hybrid

Please Note:

The employment list from this posting will be used to fill other similarly situated positions in this class.

The Colorado State Treasury is the constitutional custodian of the public’s funds. The Treasury has to manage and account for tax dollars from when they are received until they are disbursed. The treasury staff is committed to safeguarding and managing the people’s monies with the same diligence and care as they do their own.

The Colorado State Treasury staff will continually strive to serve the residents of Colorado better. Central to this goal is the continued introduction and use of new technologies to provide improved access to services for both taxpayers and other Governmental agencies.

Our mission is to safeguard, manage, and account for tax dollars from when they are received until they are disbursed with diligence and care.

We are a values‑driven organization committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect. We believe in outstanding customer service, continuous process improvement, and our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we seek dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and passion for quality and excellence in all we do. In addition, we offer a great location and great benefits, which include:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement plans, including pre‑tax and after‑tax options
• Paid life insurance
• Short and long‑term disability coverage
• Flexible work schedule and remote‑work options
• No‑cost Eco Pass for all eligible State employees
• Tuition assistance for college‑level courses
• 11 paid holidays per year, plus vacation and sick leave
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Training opportunities
• Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado’s Work‑Life Employment Discount Program

The Division collects and safeguards unclaimed or abandoned property in a permanent trust until it can be returned to rightful owners. The team ensures compliance with the Colorado Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act (RUUPA) and provides education and outreach to both the public and businesses.

This role strengthens holder reporting and compliance to increase deposits into the Unclaimed Property Trust Fund. The position conducts audits, provides technical assistance, and supports education efforts to ensure organizations meet statutory reporting requirements.

• Conduct phone, desk, and virtual audits; assist the audit manager with audit activities.
• Review reports, recommend audit candidates, and process audit documentation.
• Deliver education and outreach, including seminars and participate in at least one outreach event annually.
• Collaborate with holder representatives to explain audit findings and reporting requirements.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of Colorado RUUPA and communicate statutory intent clearly.
• Support claims processing by reviewing business claims, determining eligibility, and approving or denying claims.
• Provide technical assistance to holders, offering training and compliance support.

• Experience Only:
  At least six (6) years of professional experience in auditing, including conducting audits, preparing reports, and developing findings and recommendations for compliance.
• Education and Experience:
  
  Combination of related education in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field, certification, and/or relevant professional experience in auditing equal to 6 years.
• Current, valid licensure as a CPA from the Colorado Board of Accountancy or current, valid CIA certificate will substitute for five (5) years of the requirement.

• State Auditing experience in a regulatory environment.
• Proven ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience with Google Suite products.
• Experience providing technical assistance.