DMV Revenue Accountant I (Remote)

Full Job Description

The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect.

The vision of the department is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work. For more exciting information about the Department of Revenue, please enjoy this brief video!

Requirements

Unlock Your Potential as a DMV Revenue Accountant I

As a DMV Revenue Accountant I, you will serve as a key financial analyst, transforming complex DRIVES data into actionable insights for the State Controller, the Legislature, and the State Treasurer.

You will be the frontline defender of the Department’s fiscal integrity, meticulously reviewing accounting reports to detect and resolve control issues before they escalate.

If you thrive on solving complex puzzles, ensuring precision in massive data sets, and working in a remote environment, this is the perfect next step for your accounting career.

What You'll Do:

• Review DRIVES general ledger documents to ensure DMV payment activity is accurately posted to the Department of Revenue and other state agencies.
• Create and enter vital journal entries in the DRIVES system to handle necessary adjustments.
• Calculate and enter the distributions for Cities, Counties, and Special Districts to guarantee all revenue is recorded correctly.
• Analyze and enter specific financial information into the CORE system for high-level stakeholders, including the State Controller, Legislature, and State Treasurer.
• Identify and resolve variances in monthly DRIVES/CORE reconciliations to meet strict department deadlines.
• Review financial reports and contact county offices to resolve unreconciled transactions and ensure revenue is reflected appropriately.
• Audit accounting reports and bank statements to detect potential issues within accounting controls.
• Meet with DOR management and other state personnel to define the accounting requirements and processes needed for successful revenue collection.
• Use GAAP, GASB, and State Fiscal Rules to decide how transactions should be recorded and reported on Statewide Financial Statements.

Qualifications

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

H8A1XX ACCOUNTANT I Minimum Qualifications:

Experience Only:

Four (4) years of relevant experience in accounting.

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education (coursework requires 27 semester hours completed in accounting or auditing) and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years

Current, valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy will substitute for four (4) years of education

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Experience working with complex financial systems, specifically DRIVES (Driver License, Record, Identification and Vehicle Enterprise Solution) and CORE (Colorado Operations Resource Engine).
• Deep understanding of GAAP Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), GASP (Governmental Accounting Standards Board), and State Fiscal Rules.
• Proven ability to perform complex monthly reconciliations, identifying variances between system balances and external documentation like bank statements.
• Hands-on experience with Fiscal Year-End closing activities, including the preparation of journal entries for refunds payable, accounts receivable, and year-end accruals.
• Ability to research discrepancies in high-volume data and determine if issues are caused by system limitations or human activity.
• Skill in reviewing accounting reports to detect problems concerning internal controls and ensuring all transactions are processed according to established policies.
• Experience meeting with management and personnel from various state agencies to define accounting requirements and legislation implementation.
• Ability to work tactfully with a range of individuals, including county offices and third-party agencies, to resolve unreconciled transactions.

Conditions of Employment with the CDOR:

Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence.

As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy.

Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations.

Pursuant to the Universal Driving Standards Policy, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.

To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who:

• Have an assigned State fleet vehicle

• Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position

• Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle

Minimum Qualification Screening

A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application, to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying.

Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.

• Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.

• Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

• Recommended attachments: Resume, Cover letter

• List your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.

• Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.

• The eligible list established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Email Address:

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email.

Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses.

It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

Appeal Rights:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative.

This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department’s action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

Additional Information

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance

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.

The Colorado Department of Revenue 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 inbox, dor_ohr@state.co.us.

We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

If not applying online, submit application to:

If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (Download PDF reader).

Paper applications must be received via email to dor_ohr@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.

Methods of Appointment:

Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.

Step Pay Program:

Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program, any former or current State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series.