| Location | Denver, CO |
| Salary | $59,460–$76,530 Per Year |
988 Accountant I
Salary
$59,460.00 - $76,530.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
ILA 07486 08/31/2026
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Division
BHA -
Opening Date
09/10/2026
Closing Date
9/27/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
720 S Ash Street Denver, CO 80236
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Gerald.Barajas@state.co.us
Salary Note
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
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.
Department Information
This position is open to current Colorado residents only.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Please note: This position has hybrid working conditions requiring in-office presence approximately 1-3 times per month or as needed for business operations
and are subject to change. Limited travel may be required.
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Description of Job
The 988 Division, housed within the Behavioral Health Administration, is responsible for the operation, oversight, and strategic development of Colorado's 988 Mental Health Line. Established pursuant to federal law and state statute (SB21-154 and SB25-236), the 988 Mental Health Line operates as a TABOR-defined Enterprise, providing a sustainable and dedicated funding structure to support crisis services statewide. The Division ensures that all Coloradans have access to a 24/7, easy-to-remember, and confidential entry point for behavioral health crisis services through phone, text, and chat. It manages statewide contracts with the 988 contact center, provides fiscal and programmatic oversight, ensures compliance with state and federal requirements, and advances coordination with local, regional, and national partners. In addition, the 988 Division leads efforts to expand public awareness, integrate the 988 Mental Health Line with the broader behavioral health and emergency response systems (including 911), and promote consistent quality of care. This work supports the BHA's mission to create a comprehensive, effective, and accessible behavioral health continuum by ensuring Coloradans in crisis are connected quickly and seamlessly to the help they need.
This position exists to perform professional accounting functions for the 988 Mental Health Line Enterprise, ensuring accurate financial reporting, proper accounting treatment of transactions, and compliance with state fiscal rules, grant requirements, and contract terms. The Accountant I applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, and State fiscal policies to analyze financial activity, reconcile accounts, and resolve discrepancies across multiple funding streams.
The position is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of assigned accounts and financial records, including invoice processing, budget tracking, reconciliations, and contract fiscal monitoring. The position exercises independent judgment in determining appropriate accounting treatment, identifying and resolving discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with applicable fiscal and contractual requirements.
The position serves as a primary accounting resource for assigned contracts and appropriations, supporting enterprise sustainability through financial analysis, accounts payable management, funding reconciliation, and coordination with BHA Accounting, Contract Management, and program staff.
Job Duties:
Accounting Records and Budget Tracking
This position performs professional accounting functions for the 988 Mental Health Line Enterprise under the direction of the 988 Fiscal Manager. This position performs duties as invoice processing, financial reconciliation, expenditure tracking, and accounts payable management for assigned contracts, appropriations, enterprise revenue, and grant
funding streams. The position supports timely vendor payments, accurate financial records, and compliance with state fiscal rules, contract requirements, and federal grant conditions.
This position exercises independent judgment in applying GAAP, GASB standards, and State fiscal rules to resolve discrepancies, and maintain the accuracy and integrity of assigned accounts and financial records.
This position independently executes assigned accounting workflows within established fiscal frameworks and procedures. Duties include, but are not limited to:
Managing the receipt, review, routing, and tracking of invoices from providers and contractors to support timely payment processing.
Reviewing invoice documentation determining completeness and compliance of invoice documentation, including appropriate accounting treatment and coding and required approvals prior to submission for vouchering.
Reconciling payments within CORE and resolving discrepancies between financial systems, contracts, and source documentation, CORE reports, contracts, and internal trackers.
Maintaining and validating financial records and tracking systems to ensure accuracy of obligations, expenditures, and available balances for assigned contracts and funding streams.
Performing reconciliations between CORE, internal trackers, and contract documentation to ensure transactions are accurately recorded.
Identifying, analyzing, and resolving discrepancies, including determining appropriate corrective actions and adjustments for review by the 988 Fiscal Manager.
Supporting fiscal year-end accounts payable accrual processes by Preparing accounts payable accruals and supporting year-end close processes in coordination with CDHS Accounting.
Monitoring funding utilization and determining appropriate actions to ensure proper use of funds and compliance with funding requirements.
Preparing and analyzing expenditure summaries and financial trends to support program and leadership decision-making
Providing technical guidance to program staff and contractors regarding invoice submission requirements and allowable cost documentation.
Developing standard financial spreadsheets and ad hoc reports using CORE, Info Advantage, Excel, Tableau, and other approved systems.
Communicating invoice status and payment processing issues to internal and external stakeholders.
Contract Monitoring and Compliance
This position performs fiscal monitoring and compliance functions for assigned contracts within the 988 Mental Health Line Enterprise. The Accountant I reviews financial activity, evaluates compliance with contract terms, and applies GAAP, GASB standards, and State fiscal rules to determine the allowability and appropriate accounting treatment of expenditures.
The position exercises independent judgment in identifying, analyzing, and resolving fiscal and compliance issues and works directly with contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting and adherence to contractual, statutory, and regulatory requirements.Duties include, but are not limited to:
Drafting standard engagement communications to contractors requesting required fiscal documentation.
Reviewing and evaluating contractor financial documentation to determine compliance with contract terms and fiscal requirements.
Maintaining and analyzing contract monitoring records to ensure accurate tracking of financial activity and compliance status.
Analyzing financial data and preparing compliance summaries identifying findings, risks, and recommended actions to the 988 Fiscal Manager.
Communicating directly with contractors to address documentation deficiencies, clarify fiscal requirements, and resolve compliance issues.
Participating in fiscal year-end monitoring and reporting processes, including analysis of contractor expenditures and compliance with funding requirements.
Monitoring and validating corrective actions to ensure resolution of identified fiscal and compliance issues.
Coordinating with contractors and internal stakeholders to obtain and validate financial documentation necessary for compliance and reporting.
Other Duties as assigned
This position performs additional accounting and financial analysis duties as assigned under the general direction of the 988 Fiscal Manager. These duties support the application of established accounting principles and fiscal processes and may involve independent analysis, interpretation of financial data, and development of materials to support program and leadership decision-making. Assignments may include, but are not limited to:
Performing accounting and reconciliation support activities related to assigned funding streams, contracts, or financial processes
Preparing ad hoc financial analyses, summaries, and reports to support fiscal monitoring and program decision-making
Developing written communications related to financial activity, compliance requirements, or reconciliation outcomes
Participating in workgroups or meetings and providing accounting-related input, analysis, or documentation
Completing special projects or financial assignments requiring analysis of fiscal data and application of accounting principles
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
ACCOUNTANT I (H8A1XX) Experience Only:
OR
Education and Experience:
Preferred Qualifications:
Years of State Service
Demonstrated Proficiency with Google Suite
Strong preference will be given to candidates who possess a bachelors degree in accounting, or have 27 credit hours of accounting or auditing coursework from an accredited college or university
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office software, specifically Excel
Demonstrated experience working with CORE (Advantage)
Preference will be given to candidates with public-sector and/or government accounting experience
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with program accounting principles and practices with human-services related programs
Able to perform at high levels of accuracy and participation in both team and individual environments
Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate having greater depth of experience and knowledge related to accounting principles and practices
[Standard/full]background check and reference check required
This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.
Motor Vehicle Check , if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle, either in an on-going capacity while performing their normal day-to-day job duties OR on occasion for training/meetings/client visits/etc.
Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License or an non-restricted U.S. Drivers License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border
Out-of-State Driver's License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of employment start date.
Other Conditions of Employment specific to Program
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:
Disclose that information on the application.
Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
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
You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.
You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.
You can find the official appeal form here.
You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:
By email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), or
Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, 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 acknowledgement of the department's action.
Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:
At (303) 866-3300, or
Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules webpage.
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 Directors Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact maria.ramos-robinson@state.co.us.
About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub state employee discount program
Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs.
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans.
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADA Accommodations
CDHS is committed to a Colorado for 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.
This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing 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 cdhs_ada@state.co.us.
EEO Statement
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer
We are committed to increasing a "Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a "Colorado for ALL" drives 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 STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support
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
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A requirement of the position is that you possess a bachelors degree, from an accredited college or university, in accounting or satisfy one of the substitutions listed in the job announcement. Do you meet this requirement?
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If you indicated that you meet the minimum qualification based on one of the substitutions listed in the job posting, please explain in further detail how your work experience and/or education qualifies you for the position. If this does not apply, type N/A in the box below. Do not write "see resume" for this question.
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Please describe specific financial or analytical work products that you produced in Microsoft Excel. In your description please be specific about the Excel functions that you utilized to achieve the desired outcomes.
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Please describe your experience working with the State Financial system CORE. If you have not worked with CORE, please describe your experience with other accounting systems
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Please describe a situation where you had to provide accounting or invoice specific technical assistance to a vendor to ensure they remained in compliance with contract terms and conditions, grant terms and conditions and/or federal or state fiscal rules.
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How do you balance maintaining positive relationships with contractors or vendors while ensuring accountability, compliance with documentation requirements and maintaining audit ready files?
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If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number:
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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.
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