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Location : Denver Metro, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: WAA00033 - 11.23
Department: Department of Treasury
Opening Date: 11/20/2023
Closing Date: 12/4/2023 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address: 200 E Colfax AveDenver, CO
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Information
Please Note: The employment list from this posting will be used to fill other similarly situated positions in this class.
About the Colorado Department of State TreasuryThe 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.
VisionThe 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.
MissionOur mission is to safeguard, manage, and account for tax dollars from when they are received until they are disbursed with diligence and care.
Why work for the Colorado Department of State Treasury?
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:
Description of Job
Under the mission of the State Treasury, This position exists to increase holder reporting and compliance, resulting in increased funds to be deposited to the unclaimed property trust fund, where it is held until the rightful owner or heir is located. This is accomplished by conducting phone or desk audits, reviewing reports and recommending audit candidates, processing audit documents, participating in or conducting seminars to educate holders about reporting requirements and performing other related audit duties. This position has a lead role on field audits. This position selects desk audit candidates based on their reporting history, business type, number of employees, and the auditor's own research. Independently or jointly, the position conducts both field and desk audits of companies for compliance with the Act and related Treasury policies. This position reviews business claims for completeness, accuracy and correct ownership. This position examines and processes claims and determines whether to request additional information or deny or approve claims. Follow established departmental policies and procedures to resolve claims and claims issues. Uses KAPS datasets, Accurint, SEC filings, research databases, Secretary of State filings, and analysis techniques to determine ownership. This includes following the chain of ownership through mergers, acquisitions, bankruptcies and dissolutions and reviewing business records, tax reports and regulatory filings. This position reviews TPA's audit proposals by compiling the holder's reporting history, the holder's industry and annual revenues, the number of employees, physical Colorado locations, the State of Incorporation, and the names and reporting histories of subsidiaries. Position issues audit sixty-day letter and examination notices, reviews work-in-progress reports for changes in audit statuses, and contacts TPA staff by phone and email for audit updates and to discuss issues. At the end of each audit, the position collects audit reports and reviews TPA invoices before payment. The auditor must exercise judgment when selecting which audits to join.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Public Administration, Public Policy, Economics, Accounting, Auditing, Finance, or a closely related field.
AND
(3) Three years of professional experience including conducting audits to ensure adherence to standards, identifying audit issues, investigating audit issues and necessary follow-up actions, and/or ensuring written and verbal policies and regulations are in compliance. This experience must be demonstrated in your application to be considered for employment.
Substitutions:
OR
Preferred Qualifications:
Required Skills and Competencies:
This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
Conditions of Employment:
How to Apply:
Check out this video on how to apply for the State of Colorado jobs
Important Note: 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. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Therefore, it is essential that you clearly document your work experience/job duties portion of your online application and the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement.
It is also essential to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed), as your answers to them will be evaluated during this phase.
Only complete applications submitted by this announcement's closing date will be considered. Please submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement to ensure your application is accepted.
Please submit a resume, cover letter/letter of interest detailing how your experience and background address the stated minimum and preferred qualifications/competencies of the job and attach them to the online application.
If submitted, your cover letter and resume will be reviewed only during the final stage of the selection process.
Application Checklist:
An ideal application packet includes the following documents:
Your application will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications for the position. If your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited to the comparative analysis process described below.
Comparative Analysis:
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis. After you meet the minimum qualifications for the position and depending on the number of qualified candidates, the comparative analysis for this position may include all or part of the structured review of your application materials against the minimum and preferred qualifications of the position as posted in this job posting to measure your job-related skills and competencies.
The top six ranking candidates will then be invited for an interview.
APPEAL RIGHTS:
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.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or 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 under Rules.
Supplemental Information
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 opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a 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.
CST 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 a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Janet Martin, Treasury ADAAA Coordinator, at 303-866-5460 or janet.martin@state.co.us.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information:
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
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Describe how your work experience relates to the minimum requirements of this position. Please be detailed in your examples.
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Location : Denver Metro, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: WAA00033 - 11.23
Department: Department of Treasury
Opening Date: 11/20/2023
Closing Date: 12/4/2023 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address: 200 E Colfax AveDenver, CO
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Information
Please Note: The employment list from this posting will be used to fill other similarly situated positions in this class.
About the Colorado Department of State TreasuryThe 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.
VisionThe 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.
MissionOur mission is to safeguard, manage, and account for tax dollars from when they are received until they are disbursed with diligence and care.
Why work for the Colorado Department of State Treasury?
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:
- Medical and dental plans
- Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement plans, including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus pre-tax and ROTH 401K, and 457 plans
- Employee wellness programs
- 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
- 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
- Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to
- Training opportunities
- Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program
Description of Job
Under the mission of the State Treasury, This position exists to increase holder reporting and compliance, resulting in increased funds to be deposited to the unclaimed property trust fund, where it is held until the rightful owner or heir is located. This is accomplished by conducting phone or desk audits, reviewing reports and recommending audit candidates, processing audit documents, participating in or conducting seminars to educate holders about reporting requirements and performing other related audit duties. This position has a lead role on field audits. This position selects desk audit candidates based on their reporting history, business type, number of employees, and the auditor's own research. Independently or jointly, the position conducts both field and desk audits of companies for compliance with the Act and related Treasury policies. This position reviews business claims for completeness, accuracy and correct ownership. This position examines and processes claims and determines whether to request additional information or deny or approve claims. Follow established departmental policies and procedures to resolve claims and claims issues. Uses KAPS datasets, Accurint, SEC filings, research databases, Secretary of State filings, and analysis techniques to determine ownership. This includes following the chain of ownership through mergers, acquisitions, bankruptcies and dissolutions and reviewing business records, tax reports and regulatory filings. This position reviews TPA's audit proposals by compiling the holder's reporting history, the holder's industry and annual revenues, the number of employees, physical Colorado locations, the State of Incorporation, and the names and reporting histories of subsidiaries. Position issues audit sixty-day letter and examination notices, reviews work-in-progress reports for changes in audit statuses, and contacts TPA staff by phone and email for audit updates and to discuss issues. At the end of each audit, the position collects audit reports and reviews TPA invoices before payment. The auditor must exercise judgment when selecting which audits to join.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Public Administration, Public Policy, Economics, Accounting, Auditing, Finance, or a closely related field.
AND
(3) Three years of professional experience including conducting audits to ensure adherence to standards, identifying audit issues, investigating audit issues and necessary follow-up actions, and/or ensuring written and verbal policies and regulations are in compliance. This experience must be demonstrated in your application to be considered for employment.
Substitutions:
- Additional experience, as outlined above in the minimum requirements, will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
- Master's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Auditing, or a closely related field will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
OR
- Current, valid licensure as a CPA from the Colorado Board of Accountancy or a current, valid CIA certificate will substitute for the degree requirement and one year of the required experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- State government experience performing compliance or financial audits and making recommendations for improvement.
- Experience preparing and reviewing audit papers and worksheets
- Knowledge and/or experience in unclaimed property
- Experience providing technical assistance to stakeholders
Required Skills and Competencies:
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills
- Effective team building skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external customers
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Mathematical skills
- Administration and Management
- Strong problem solving
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work across teams
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to provide technical assistance
- Ability to prepare, examine, analyze records, financial documents and prepare audit findings
This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
Conditions of Employment:
- A pre-employment background criminal and financial check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
- You MUST be a Colorado resident to apply for this position.
How to Apply:
Check out this video on how to apply for the State of Colorado jobs
Important Note: 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. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Therefore, it is essential that you clearly document your work experience/job duties portion of your online application and the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement.
It is also essential to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed), as your answers to them will be evaluated during this phase.
Only complete applications submitted by this announcement's closing date will be considered. Please submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement to ensure your application is accepted.
Please submit a resume, cover letter/letter of interest detailing how your experience and background address the stated minimum and preferred qualifications/competencies of the job and attach them to the online application.
If submitted, your cover letter and resume will be reviewed only during the final stage of the selection process.
Application Checklist:
An ideal application packet includes the following documents:
- A complete online application.
- A cover letter.
- A resume.
Your application will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications for the position. If your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited to the comparative analysis process described below.
Comparative Analysis:
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis. After you meet the minimum qualifications for the position and depending on the number of qualified candidates, the comparative analysis for this position may include all or part of the structured review of your application materials against the minimum and preferred qualifications of the position as posted in this job posting to measure your job-related skills and competencies.
The top six ranking candidates will then be invited for an interview.
APPEAL RIGHTS:
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.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or 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 under Rules.
Supplemental Information
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 opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a 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.
CST 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 a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Janet Martin, Treasury ADAAA Coordinator, at 303-866-5460 or janet.martin@state.co.us.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information:
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
01
Describe how your work experience relates to the minimum requirements of this position. Please be detailed in your examples.
Required Question
