Serve CO Senior Finance Officer
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Serve CO Senior Finance Officer
Salary
$95,000.00 - $102,756.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
EAASRVCOFINCOMOFFHP02.05.26
Department
Office of the Governor
Opening Date
02/05/2026
Closing Date
2/8/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
1375 Sherman St, Denver, CO 80261
Hiring Pay Rate
$95,000-$102,756
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
gov_hr@state.co.us
Type of Announcement
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Department Information
Colorado for All
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
Department Information (Gov's Office)
Colorado Governor Jared Polis is committed to building a Colorado For All, a place where everyone has an opportunity to succeed and live the Colorado way of life. The Governor's staff includes offices for budgeting, communications and outreach, legal counsel, legislative liaison, operations, policy and research, and scheduling.
Transparency Posting
The announcement is for transparency purposes only to comply with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
An intended appointee within the Governor's Office Internal Operations or Serve team has been identified for this position.
Description of Job
Position Title: Serve CO Senior Fiscal Officer
Department: Internal Operations
FLSA Status: Exempt
Organizational Relationships: Reports to Serve's Finance and Compliance Officer; this roll has no supervisory duties
Expected Annual Travel: Minimal
FLSA Classification : Exempt
Position Summary
Senior Fiscal Officer works with the Serve Colorado Director of Finance and the Office of the Governor's Chief Financial Officer / Controller to manage aspects of Serve Colorado's budget and finances as well as grant recipient compliance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare payments for subgrantee reimbursement requests:
Review backup (Periodic Expense Reports, profit and loss statements, general ledgers, receipts, and other spending verification) and requests for payments submitted by grantees;
Assist grantees in tracking unexpended funds and spend down plans;
Confirm the allowability of expenses;
Identify appropriate funding sources and coding, and;
enter payment data into the state accounting system.
Processing indirect billings from subrecipients and internally.
Assist the Serve CO Director of Finance with:
production, review, and submission of federal, state, and nongovernmental financial reports;
maintaining a general level of understanding of changing fiscal guidance;
tracking procurement spend down, invoicing, and credit card reconciliation;
monitoring subgrantees and other contractors for compliance with Uniform Guidance and AmeriCorps regulations pertaining to allowable costs and spending; and
developing and leading subgrantee training and technical assistance specific to: financial reporting, allowable costs, Uniform Guidance, AmeriCorps regulations, and state-specific reporting systems.
Assist Serve CO program staff with:
maintaining Serve CO's internal control environment, including but not limited to enforcing federal fiscal policies (2 CFR Part 200), State of Colorado statute, and all applicable fiscal and procurement rules;
providing technical assistance to subrecipients related to federal fiscal policies (2 CFR Part 200), State of Colorado statute, and all applicable fiscal and procurement rules;
subgrantee budget reviews during the application/RFA process;
entering reimbursement requests into the state accounting system.
National Service Criminal History Check compliance and training for grantees
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Required
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, especially using mathematical formulas
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret financial rules
Exceptional organizational skills, including ability to balance competing priorities, track and meet deadlines.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Impeccable attention to detail and problem solving skills
Preferred
Mastery in Microsoft Excel, especially as related to being able to pivot tables
Previous experience using Colorado Operations Resource Engine (CORE), the State of Colorado's Accounting System
Knowledge of AmeriCorps fiscal allowability and a general understanding of 2 CFR part 200.
Previous experience in drafting contracts according to the State of Colorado Procurement Code
2 years of experience in monitoring grant programs.
Conditions of Employment: Must currently be employed in the Office of the Governor, Internal Operations, or Serve team.
Supplemental Information
The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including:
Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month (4 weeks a year)
Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month (10 days a year)
12 paid holidays per year
Medical and dental plans
State paid life insurance policy of a minimum of $50,000 or 1x annual salary
Choice of 2 retirement plans
401K and 457 plans
State paid Short Term Disability coverage
Additional optional life and disability plans
Credit Union Membership
RTD pass
Training and professional development
To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits .
Inclusion and Belonging
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.
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 Senior Human Resources Director) atgov_hr@state.co.us.
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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