Colorado Department of Revenue ยท 18 hours ago
CDOC Accounting Technician Denver
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe Colorado Department of Revenue is dedicated to supporting state government and the citizens of Colorado. They are seeking a CDOC Accounting Technician responsible for managing financial transactions for inmates and providing general office support within the facility's Business Office and Administration.
Government Administration
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Receives all financial transactions for incarcerated inmates, arts/crafts sales, vocational sales
Documents receipt of cash, money orders, checks, etc., for both state and offender accounts by verifying amounts received, staff name or offender name and DOC number, recording the current date and the source of cash, so as to provide an audit trail of cash transactions
Enters and verifies manual canteen orders for offenders housed at your assigned facility(s) by accessing DCIS and completing data entry
Receives and reviews paperwork for work performed at your assigned facility(s) Correctional Facility Vocational Shops for staff, interdepartmental and other local, state or federal agencies
Assists the business manager in reviewing and coding requisitions, verifying authorization and completeness, recording in database and directing unresolved inquiries to the appropriate office
Receives paperwork and funds for parolees discharging or paroling from the DOC Cashier at CTCF and routes to appropriate staff to be given to offenders
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Three years of technical accounting experience
A combination of college or university course work in finance, accounting or other business related fields and related experience as defined above equal to three (3) years
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Self-motivated
Impeccable organizational skills and attention to details
Ability to multi-task
Ability to remain flexible and handle a large workload
Ability to be a strong team member
Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations
Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift
Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction
Ability to read and comprehend the English language
Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing
Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind
Must be 21 years of age
Possess a valid driver's license
Possess a high school diploma or GED
Have NO felony convictions
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States
Successfully pass all modules of the six-week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training
Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics
Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment
Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security
Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations
Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner
Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders
Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments
Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
Willing and able to travel
Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule
TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
Successful completion of a background investigation is required
Preferred
Experience working with the State of Colorado Operations Resource Engine (CORE)
Proficient in 10-key
Knowledge of debits and credits
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Suite
Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or a closely related field of study
Benefits
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans.
Medical and dental health plans
Short and long term disability coverage
Paid life insurance
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.
Company
Colorado Department of Revenue
With just under 1500 employees, the Colorado Department of Revenue oversees the Division of Motor Vehicles, the Enforcement Division, the Colorado State Lottery, and the Taxation Division.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lorri Dugan
Chief Financial Officer
Meghan Tanis
Chief Operating Officer/Deputy Executive Director
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