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Deputy controller financial


State of Colorado


Location

Denver, CO | United States


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Department Information

NOTE: This announcement is open only to individuals on a promotional list of the listed department. The announcement is for transparency purposes only to comply with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Applications from individuals not on the department promotional list will not be accepted.


The Office of Economic Development and International Trade (“OEDIT”) was created to foster a positive business climate that encourages quality economic development through support of local and regional economic development activities throughout the State of Colorado. A comprehensive slate of programs within OEDIT’s divisions work together to offer economic development services for all Colorado businesses – new and expanding, traditional and emerging, small and large – including retention programs to ensure continued competitiveness of Colorado’s economic base, and job training to keep Colorado’s workforce the best in the nation.

Description of Job

Reporting to the Office of Governor CFO/Controller, the Deputy Controller is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day reporting functions, including, but not limited to general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, revenue and cash fund management, fiscal policy and procedure development/controls. The position is further responsible for preparation of state financial statements and federal financial reports, year-end audit, internal control over financial transactions and reporting, commitment voucher approval, evaluate accounting and compliance practices to ensure they are current, effective and efficient in accordance to GAAP, GASB, state/federal statutes, fiscal rules and regulations. The Deputy Controller works closely and collaboratively with the CFO to achieve a strategic, customer-centered approach to accounting principles in support of the agency’s mission. In addition, this role works collaboratively with senior leadership and budget and fiscal managers across the cabinet to provide strong management reporting, controls, and excellent customer service throughout the cabinet.


Key Responsibilities Will Be:


Cash Fund Management & Reconciliation

State Financial Reporting

Federal Financial Reporting

Audit Requests & Response

Oversight of fiscal functions, general ledger accounting/analysis and supervision


Federal and State Financial Reporting:

Has overall responsibility for Offices of the Governor financial reporting and audit, compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, agency fiscal policies and procedures, and other relevant guidance applicable to governmental accounting. Produce financial reports for both internal use and for external constituents. Prepare and/or review required financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), governmental accounting standards board (GASB), State of Colorado fiscal rules and Federal rules/regulations, OMB guidance and applicable federal award terms and conditions. Develop and prepare specialized financial and statistical reports as necessary or required by federal, state and local government regulatory agencies and private industry organizations. Oversight responsibility for accurate, timely, and complete reports as required by regulations, policies, and sound business practices.


Cash Fund and Revenue Management and Reconciliation:

Has overall responsibility for designing, implementing, reconciling, and monitoring cash fund programs and services that support agency’s efforts to provide efficient, effective, and responsible governmental accounting, cash fund accounting, financial reporting and audit.

Monitor, record, and/or reconcile key accounts within the general ledger, such as cash on hand, accounts receivable, revenue and related accruals, grants and related receivables, restricted cash fund activity, and other complex accounts. Review journal entries and bank reconciliations for accuracy and completeness.

Maintain adequacy and relevancy of GL accounts and related financial structure in CORE. Monitor financial activity for proper usage of GL codes, open/close accounts when appropriate, and provide guidance to the Finance department and others on accounts to use.

Facilitates timely, accurate and complete documentation necessary to support the preparation of annual financial statements. Responsible for developing, implementing, and administering policies and procedures for all funds including but not limited to cash, enterprise, general, reappropriated and sponsored federal funds.


Leadership and Customer Service:

Collaboratively leads the agency and internal/external stakeholders through the annual accounting cycle including year-end processes; and leads the agency in implementing new accounting requirements, financial system upgrades, and internal controls. Leads staff toward setting and achieving divisional, unit, and individual goals and objectives. Provides general oversight for the unit to advance employee recruiting, hiring, and retention. Provides general oversight for employee performance and approved professional development to achieve division's goals and objectives. Support the agency mission, vision, commitments, core values and strategic priorities; Maintain strong customer relations with program staff, departmental fiscal staff, and community constituencies. Serves as a professional role model for divisional employees to advance ethical behavior, compliance, and commitment to agency’s mission, values, and strategic priorities.


Essential Duties:

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications


Preferred Qualifications

Supplemental Information

Salary Range: $100,620 - $120,000 Annually


This position is considered non-classified, which means the position is not part of the Colorado State Personnel System. Therefore, the individual appointed to this position is considered at-will, and is not covered by the State Personnel Rules or the State Classification System. However, this position does come with the same benefits (retirement, insurance, etc.) as every other State employee, and with the same opportunities, pride and passion that comes with working for the great State of Colorado. Even though employment is at-will, non-classified positions have protections against discrimination and retaliation in state and federal employment laws. “At-will” employment means that either the employee or the State may terminate the employment relationship at any time for any reason or no reason, with or without notice or cause, as long as no federal or state law is violated.


Benefits

The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers generous benefits to full-time employees including:

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit:


Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.


To learn more about the “State of Colorado For All”, visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion website.


ADAAA Accommodations

The Office of the Governor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Staffing Coordinator, the Director of Human Resources: [email protected]


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