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

Online applications through the Colorado Jobs portal will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application.

Department Information

The Accounting Office of Adams State University exists to administer the accounting functions of the University in accordance with State, federal and institutional rules, regulations, and procedures.

Description of Job

This position exists to manage travel requests and accounts payable as well as also manages the university’s travel program including the issuance of travel credit cards, manages travel credit card changes in the US Bank system, provides training to campus when needed and completes the annual, state credit card violation audit.

• Review invoice prior to payment to ensure proper approvals and accuracy. 
• Build suppliers/vendors in Workday and verify that all required information is on file in order to meet IRS
  1099 filing regulations.
• Provide training to the campus on the correct use of travel cards, including accounting and travel procedures, to ensure compliance with policies.
• Establishes and revise office procedures for verifying proper completion of agency travel and travel reimbursement requests prior to payment.
• Approves the issuance of travel activities on the one card.
• Tracks and audits all travel credit card activity for allocation and completes annual, state credit card violations audit.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Residency Requirement: (New)

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. 

Class Code & Classification Description: (New)

H8B3XXACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN III

Experience Only:

Three (3) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR

Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The preferred candidate will have experience with as many of the following as possible:

• Experience with ERP systems
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Outstanding customer service.
• Detail oriented.
• Experience with MS Office Suite.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Strong problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to make pertinent decisions with autonomy

 
A successful candidate will demonstrate responsible professional conduct at all times; will be punctual and observe scheduled work hours; and will not abuse leave.

Note: Although this position is non-exempt for FLSA, it is a condition of employment at Adams State University to agree to receive compensation time in lieu of overtime pay.
 
 *Years of experience will be expressed in terms of full-time equivalent service with full-time workload equal to one (1) Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) year.  No more that 1.00 FTE year may be credited in any twelve (12) month period.  Positions working 40 hours or less per week will be pro-rated (30 hrs/wk=0.75 FTE=9 mos credit; 20 hrs/wk=0.5 FTE=6 mos credit; 10 hrs/wk=0.25 FTE= 3 mos credit.)*
 
Appeal Rights: (Updated)

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can 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, atspb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

Supplemental Information

All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.  
 
Colorado Revised Statutes require that Classified 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 may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.  Any attachments such as cover letters, resumes or other documents that support your experience may also be reviewed during this phase.
 
Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Primary Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above.  Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any of step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.  A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
 
This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
 
Adams State University is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its students, faculty, staff and visitors, and to protecting its funds, property and other assets. Well-informed hiring decisions contribute to this effort. Therefore, Adams State University has adopted a policy on background screening for its prospective, continuing, and returning employees as well as students in certain circumstances. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the completion of an acceptable background check. The information received in response to a background check will be treated as confidential to the extent provided for by law.
          
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.
      
Adams State University 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, Tracy Rogers, at tracy_rogers@adams.edu or call (719)587-7990”