DNR - Accounting Technician II; Remote​/Hybrid

About the Department

The Colorado Department of Natural Resources manages and conserves Colorado's natural resources. This position is located in the Executive Director's Office and supports the department's accounting operations.

• Medical and Dental plans
• Strong, flexible retirement plans, including PERA Defined Benefit, PERA Defined Contribution, pre‑tax and Roth 401(k), and 457 plans
• Paid life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Employee Wellness programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• 11 paid holidays per year, plus generous vacation and sick leave
• Flexible work schedule options and remote‑work opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
• Potential qualification for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

This position is responsible for accounting operations within the Executive Director's Office, including budgeted spending, accounts payable, payroll, vendor reporting, federal grant billing, and capital asset transactions.

• Daily entry, review and analysis of accounting documents
  • Review, analyze and record documents submitted to the Accounting Department by division staff, ensuring compliance with GAAP, state fiscal rules, policies, IRS regulations, and administrative rules.
  • Research and resolve issues, respond to division staff to answer questions and provide guidance.
• Capital Assets
  • Review transactions related to capital assets to identify GAAP reporting impact.
  • Review land transactions, purchases, disposals and exchanges for proper recording.
  • Prepare documents to record and dispose of assets in CORE.
  • Assist in preparing annual closing entries, year‑end capital asset confirmations, and the annual financial audit.
• Financial Reports, Analysis, Reconciliation and Adjustments
  • Review and analyze reconciliations or transaction details for balance sheet accounts in CORE.
  • Investigate problems and work with division staff to process corrections.
  • Run and/or prepare financial reports as needed.
• Special Projects, General Administrative Duties and Other Duties as Assigned
  • Complete special projects assigned by the Accounts Payable Supervisor or Department Controller.
  • Review and analyze financial records related to specific issues, identify underlying processes, and recommend policy changes.
  • Maintain document files, respond to accounts payable help inbox inquiries, and provide customer service.
• Vendor Setup and Form 1099 Reporting
  • Initiate vendor setup and changes in CORE.
  • Assist year‑end processing to report accurate information for IRS Form 1099.
  • Research discrepancies and determine corrective actions.
• Other duties as assigned by the Department Controller and Accounts Payable Supervisor.

Mandatory:

• Two (2) years of technical accounting or bookkeeping experience; OR
• Two (2) years of college or university experience in accounting, finance, bookkeeping or a related field, which may substitute for the required experience.

Note:

Technical accounting involves processing financial transactions and maintaining accurate records.

• Current or former State experience.
• Knowledge and experience with GAAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare journal entries.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in a changing and high‑volume environment.
• Experience with accounting software.
• Proficiency with Google Suite.

• Remote/Hybrid: primarily performed from a home office, with the selected candidate reporting to the office at 1313 Sherman Street, Denver, CO roughly one day per week (preferred office day Tuesday).
• Requires working in the office in Denver at 1313 Sherman Street Room 718 once a week.

• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned must disclose the information and explain why it should not disqualify their application; such situations generally disqualify applicants.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation.

Applicants may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board if eliminated from consideration. Details are available on the official appeal form orado.gov.

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities. Employment is provided without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans). If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact our ADAAA Coordinator.