Controller II - CDLE Deputy Controller

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5PM ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2026

This position will have hybrid workplace options available but will still be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and based on business need. This position can expect 1-2 days per week in the office.

The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs  and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace – and Colorado communities – with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.

This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.

We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.

In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan 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

• MotivateMe employee wellness program

• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

• Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces

• RTD EcoPass Commuter Program

• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs

Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans’ Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home

PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.

The salary range for this posting is:
HOURLY
$51.33 - $66.73
BIWEEKLY
$4,106.77 - $5,338.41
MONTHLY
$8,898.00 - $11,566.56

The Deputy Controller serves as a key operational anchor for the organization's financial ecosystem. This is an intensive, high-accountability role that requires an above average level of dedication and flexibility. The Deputy Controller ensures uninterrupted financial integrity and compliance, often requiring time commitments outside standard business hours, particularly during the year-end close and audit fieldwork.

This position exists to provide leadership, supervise and execute Central Accounting Operations for the Department of Labor and Employment. This position assists the Controller in the the oversight and execution of the Budgetary Account Status that monitors CDLE’s Budgeted expenditures and revenues against actual expenditures and revenues. This position assists the Controller in the performing the CDLE financial audit liaison role  and provides the CDLE management response to the Contract Auditor, Office of the State Auditor and the Office of the State Controller. This position plans and executes improvements to internal general accounting processes, ensures that appropriate accounting policies incorporating internal control and practices are followed and are in compliance with State and Federal regulations. Leads the preparation of critical CDLE financial reporting and exhibits which summarizes fiscal activity and financial position, produces accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external use, in accordance with GAAP, GASB, Federal, and State regulations. This position assists in the development of the Department Accounting systems (CORE, other subsystems), formulates accounting practices for General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other assets. Oversees the process and data flows between accounting systems and sub-systems, and provides functional, technical and process leadership and consultation to management and staff as needed.

This position interprets and advises on various decisions on all the Accounting information sub-systems, and accounting issues, policies, and procedures.  All the audit issues are resolved based on the research and analysis of accounting theories-GAAP, GASB, OMB, federal and state fiscal policy and regulations.  This position also advises and formulates central accounting policy and procedures within the guidelines of the state and federal fiscal policy and regulations.  Interprets State and Federal rules, regulations and laws to maintain compliance with CDLE daily accounting operations.  Assists and advises the agency controller, budget and accounting for cash management, revenue, and general accounting issues.  In addition, the unit is responsible for providing timely information to the department management on the effectiveness of management controls for proposed and current processes (automated and manual) with recommendation for improvement for concerns identified.  This position is responsible for the training and implementing the CORE Accounting System implementations and the training of CDLE staff for all aspects of accounting functions.  This position is backup to the Department Controller.

This position communicates, and interacts verbally and in writing with Department program managers, auditors, Federal, State and County agencies, and program stakeholders as to fiscal rules and regulations. Assists the program fiscal stakeholders with the interpretations of financial reports. Formulates accounting fiscal requirements, plans, develops and implements the appropriate account code structures in the financial/accounting subsystem and written procedures to achieve the departments’ fiscal objectives.

Residency Requirement:

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

Class Code & Classification Description:

H8C2XX Controller II

Minimum Qualifications:   

Experience Only:

Eight (8) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position to include: Professional accounting or auditing, public accounting, experience with federal grants and/or contracts in either an auditing or accounting capacity.

Or

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education (coursework requires 24 semester hours completed in accounting or auditing) and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to eight (8) years

Current, valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy will count for six (6) years of the requirement

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Degree beyond Bachelor's related to the work assignment.
• Active CPA License
• At least 2 years of Financial Audit in State or Federal Government and or Single Audit experience
• Experience with CORE or other large financial system, including reporting
• Fixed Asset and Capital Asset Management
• Experience with Exhibits and State fiscal year end close
• Federal grant management and compliance
• Internal and External Audit Experience
• Diagnostic Reporting
• Indirect Cost Proposal and Allocation 
• Cash Fund, General Fund and Interagency Transfers
• GASB 84, 87, 96, 101 experience
• Experience performing similar duties as a State of Colorado classified employee.
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Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a current resident of Colorado. 

• Must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.

Appeal Rights:

As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. Email address: [email protected]. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: [email protected]

Minimum Qualification Screening

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, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.

Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.

Work Visas

CDLE does not sponsor Work Visas of any type.

Applicant Use Of AI

The use of AI tools to aid in preparing application materials is allowed under the condition that the applicant independently verifies and confirms the information's accuracy before submission. Applicants are fully accountable for the content of their submissions and must ensure the safe and ethical use of any AI tools. Furthermore, active and direct participation in the interview process is required.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE AND/OR FUTURE VACANCIES

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 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.

The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment 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 Coordinators at [email protected]. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200. 

While a salary range is posted for this position, an eventual salary offer is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis, which considers multiple factors including but not limited to education and experience compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work.