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DRMS Accounting Supervisor (Accountant IV)

Salary

$91,320.00 - $116,400.00 Annually

Location

Denver Metro, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

PKA 00160 01/2026

Department

Department of Natural Resources

Division

Division of Reclamation Mining and Safety

Opening Date

01/14/2026

Closing Date

1/28/2026 5:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

[email protected]

Salary Note

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

Primary Physical Work Address

1313 Sherman Street - Denver, CO for meetings, trainings and projects as directed by the supervisor.

Hiring Pay Rate

Please note that all employees new to the State Personnel System are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

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.

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Department Information

OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO

Are you interested in investing in a career that makes a difference?

Consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It’s our mission to manage and conserve Colorado’s natural resources for the benefit of people today – and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children.

We invite you to explore our website at https://dnr.colorado.gov/about-us to find out more about the work we do to manage Colorado’s natural resources for today – and tomorrow.

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.

In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

+ Medical and Dental plans

+ Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax 401K and 457 plans

+ Paid life insurance

+ Short- and long-term disability coverage

+ Employee Wellness programs

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Health Savings Accounts

+ 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave

+ Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options

+ Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to: https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch

Division of Reclamation Mining & Safety

The Division of Reclamation, Mining, and Safety consists of four programs: the Coal Regulatory program, the Minerals Regulatory program, the Inactive Mine Reclamation program, and Mine Safety and Training program. The division is committed to balance the need for mineral resource production with protection of the public, environment and Colorado's natural resources. The mission of DRMS is to protect the public, miners and the environment during current mining operations, restore abandoned mines, and to ensure that all mined land is reclaimed to beneficial use.

The financial services section provides organizational planning, budgeting, fiscal management/auditing, legislative information, purchasing duties, customer relations and administrative support to the four programs within the division, consisting of 67.9 employees and two boards (Mined Land Reclamation Board and the Coal Mine Board of Examiners) appointed by the Governor. The budget for the division is over $17.9 million, comprised of cash and federal funds, The staff in this unit interact with the Department of Natural Resources Accounting and Budget staff, Governor’s Office of Planning and Budgeting, the General Assembly’s Joint Budget Committee staff and Legislative Council staff, as well as other state agencies.

Description of Job

OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO

This position is responsible for both managing grants and budget/financial/accounting services for the Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety (DRMS) programs following Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), all State Fiscal Rules, State-wide and Departmental Policies and Procedures, along with various Federal Laws and Regulations.

Managing these services includes: managing all federal, state and local grants, interagency agreements, and private grants for the DRMS which includes maintaining up-to-date balances of all funding sources related to the Division’s financial portfolio; requesting funds from various awarding agencies; recommending grant submittals, proposals, and writing scopes of work for grant proposals and inter-agency contracts in coordination with Division staff; monitoring funded projects and conducting compliance reviews; ensuring all required contributions and non-federal match are tracked and meet applicable federal guidelines and agreement guidelines; reviewing and revising if necessary the financial and accounting guidelines for the Division; determining the availability of federal and non-federal funds for DRMS required expenditures; researching and interpreting financial/accounting procedural and policy issues impacting the Division and ensuring state and federal statutory and rules/regulation compliance; ensuring that financial data is gathered for federal, state and local partners and grantors; determining cost categories/amounts under each grant in consultation with the Division staff; entering new federal grants into the CORE accounting system; monitoring appropriate use of federal grant funds per purpose and any audit recommendations; and monitoring end dates and close out activities to ensure timely grant closures.

This position is a supervisor for 3 Division financial staff (Division Accounting Team), accounting, archiving and other responsibilities. The position is also responsible for coordinating with the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Controllers Office regarding accounting and financial matters pertaining to the DRMS and is responsible for serving as a technical resource to accounting and financial staff within the Division.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO

Minimum Qualifications

Nine (9) years of professional experience in accounting, financial management, budget development and implementation, or grants administration and compliance.

- OR -

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration or other closely related field.

AND

Five (5) years of professional experience in accounting, financial management, budget development and implementation, or grants administration and compliance.

Substitutions

+ Appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

+ Current, valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy will substitute for the degree requirement and two (2) years of the required experience.

Please note : The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. Your resume will not be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications; only the work experience section of your application will be reviewed to determine this. “See Resume” statements on the application will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Current or former State experience relevant to this position

+ The preferred candidate will have proven leadership skills in leading teams composed of diverse and varied skills sets, and demonstrated ability to build consensus among team members, developing team cohesion, motivating and coaching staff members

+ The preferred candidate will have excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently

+ The preferred candidate extensive experience in grants administration and compliance, accounting, and purchasing

+ Experience with the State's electronic accounting system (Colorado Operations Resource Engine or "CORE")

+ Experience with government finance

+ Excellent organizational skills

+ The ability to multi-task

+ Ability to interpret and apply State and Federal law on the job, ability to interpret and apply State Fiscal Rules on the job

+ Ability to apply and use proper accounting and GAAP, understand the operation and result of journal entry on daily activities

+ Strong analytical, and inductive and deductive reasoning, ability to identify systematic approaches to solving problems

+ Trouble shooting, problem solving, and critical thinking, with keen attention to detail

+ Strong interpersonal skills including coaching, conflict resolution, facilitation, and negotiation

+ Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing

+ Great work ethic, hardworking, results oriented, disciplined, conscientious, thorough and diligent, and meet deadlines at the same time.

+ Ability to prioritize and manage large volume of workload

+ Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and appreciation for diverse viewpoints as well as different communication and work styles in a multi-cultural and inter-generational environment

+ Open to new ideas, with innovative thinking

Required Competencies:

+ Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills including team development, coaching, conflict resolution, facilitation, and negotiation

+ Federal Grant reporting, federal grant management, cash management

+ Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, Uniform Guidance, cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

+ Knowledge of automated enterprise financial reporting systems; experience using the Colorado Operation Resource Engine – CORE and InfoAdvantage

+ Ability to analyze financial data and prepare ad hoc financial reports and statements

+ Excellent organizational and time management skills

+ Ability to identify priorities

+ Trouble shooting, problem solving, and critical thinking skills

+ Strong organizational and evaluation skills, with keen attention to detail

+ Self-motivation

+ Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and appreciation for diverse viewpoints as well as different communication and work styles in a multi-cultural and inter-generational environment

+ Ability to identify and creatively resolve issues while exercising appropriate judgment

Conditions of Employment:

+ Colorado residency is required at the time of application.

+ Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify their application from the current position. (Please Note: Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with DNR).

+ A current & valid Driver's license is required for operating a state vehicle and occasional travel is anticipated.

+ Must be willing and able to occasionally exert up to 20 lbs. of force to move objects

APPEAL RIGHTS:

It is recommended that you contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below to resolve issues related to your possession of minimum qualifications. However, 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, US Mail, faxed or hand delivered within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement 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 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 Assessment Process

+ All applications received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed by an HR Specialist against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement.

+ Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position will be a structured application review by Subject Matter Experts.

+ Resumes, cover letters and other attachments are not considered as part of initial reviews, therefore, it is important to document in your application your education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement .

+ Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) since question responses may be evaluated for content, writing ability, spelling, grammar, and effective communication.

+ This recruitment may involve additional testing and/or exams to arrive at the top group for interviews.

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.

The Department of Natural Resources 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 Coordinator, at [email protected].

ADAAA Accommodations

Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact our ADAAA Coordinator at [email protected] at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

E-Verify

The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify (https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2027/jobpostings/image/E-Verify\_Participating\_Employer.jpg) in accordance with the program's Right to Work (https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2027/jobpostings/image/ier\_righttoworkposter-%20jpeg(1).jpg) for all newly-hired employees. Employees are queried through the electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify identity and employment eligibility. You may complete section 1 of the I-9 form upon your acceptance of a job offer letter, but no later than your first day of employment and in addition, on your first day, but no later than the third day, you are required to submit original documents to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S. Learn more (https://www.e-verify.gov/) about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical Help

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues. Helpful hints: If you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and close the document before you attempt to upload it.

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: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

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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The Colorado Constitution, Article XII, Section 13 requires that APPLICANTS for state classified government jobs be residents of Colorado (unless this requirement is waived by the State Personnel Board). A residency waiver was not issued for this announcement. Please confirm that you are a current resident of Colorado.

+ Yes

+ No

02

Current and former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or who were deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation) must disclose this information on the application.

+ I am not a current or former State of Colorado classified employee.

+ I am a current or former State of Colorado employee but have NEVER been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation).

+ I am a current or former State of Colorado employee and have been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation). NOTE: Failure to disclose this information and/or falsification of Application materials may result in being removed from consideration for this position.

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Part, or all, of the assessment for this position involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials. This announcement requires a Cover Letter and Resume. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. Resumes and Cover Letters WILL NOT be reviewed for minimum qualification screening. Please acknowledge your understanding of notice and requirements:

+ I understand and acknowledge this requirement

04

Did you upload your résumé, cover letter and transcripts?

+ Yes

+ No

05

If you are using education to meet or substitute experience to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, did you upload a copy of your official or unofficial transcript? (Your transcript is required as verification that you meet the requirements)

+ Yes

+ No

06

Please describe your experience with supervising/managing professional staff through change, developing team cohesion, and coaching and mentoring staff. Include where the experience was gained and include mm/yy to mm/yy.

07

Please briefly describe your professional accounting experience that included, if any, responsibility for federal or cash grants. Include specific responsibilities and describe your role (whether you were fully responsible, partially responsible or performing in a support role). Include where the experience was gained and include mm/yy to mm/yy. Statements of "See résumé" will not be accepted in lieu of a response.

08

Please briefly describe your governmental fund accounting experience, if any. Include where the experience was gained and include mm/yy to mm/yy. Statements of "See résumé" will not be accepted in lieu of a response.

09

When a federal grant is received, budget is set up for tracking and monitoring expenses in an accounting system. What would be the necessary monthly and quarterly closing activities to ensure the application of cost accounting principle, GAAP, GASB, and federal reporting?

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