Accountant III, Federal Aid Billing Project Accountant - Denver

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Accountant III, Federal Aid Billing Project Accountant – Denver

Colorado Department of Transportation

Denver, CO – $60,000.00–$72,500.00 (annual)

The Accountant III supports the Federal Aid Program fiscal and financial functions for CDOT’s Division of Accounting and Finance, ensuring accurate billing and financial reporting on highway projects.

The Accountant III works in the Projects and Grants Accounting Unit, supporting fiscal and financial functions for Federal Aid Program projects.

• Ensure timely and accurate daily, weekly, and monthly submission of invoices to the FHWA.
• Create local and state financial documents on a monthly basis.
• Maintain billing documents and coordinate with Administrative staff for retention according to FHWA guidelines.
• Identify system process changes and work with the CDOT Business Process team to implement.
• Manage the FHWA quarterly inactive report for projects with unexpended balances and no activity for over 12 months.
• Participate in regular inactive project meetings and review processes as needed.
• Analyze individual inactive projects, recommend solutions, and submit findings to regional business offices or the Office of Financial Management and Budget.
• Review and approve Priorities Table entries and set up new provider codes.
• Provide guidance to CDOT personnel on filling the Priorities Table.
• Set up provider codes in SAP for new funding sources.
• Document and complete monthly reconciliation of FAB related Federal revenue and receivables by customer and General Ledger account.
• Submit revenue and receivable data for inclusion in quarterly reports.
• Periodically reconcile SUML and other items indicated by billing or project variances.
• Provide backup for Accounting Staff, Single Audit Team, and ad‑hoc as needed.
• Support project closures, billing issues, and budget actions.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Experience required: 8 years total, of which at least 4 years must be professional auditing or accounting experience.

• Or, a combination of education and experience totaling 8 years, with 27 semester hours of accounting or auditing coursework considered.
• Or, Colorado CPA license providing 6 years credit, plus education and experience totaling 8 years.

• Proven success in similar duties.
• State service experience related to the position.
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, GASB, State Fiscal Rules, State financial reporting, State Auditor requirements, and IRS regulations.
• Experience managing project billing, developing and managing reconciliation mechanisms, and working with multiple automated accounting systems.
• Fluency in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent customer service, communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.

Competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; PERA retirement and 401(k) plan; generous paid time off; tuition reimbursement; employee assistance program; credit union membership; employee discount program; and potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Full‑time. Seniority level:
Not applicable.

Accounting/Auditing and Finance.

Submit your application online via the “APPLY” button. Complete the supplemental questionnaire, upload a cover letter, resume, and any required transcripts or certifications. All application materials will be reviewed against minimum qualifications before the closing date. For detailed instructions and additional required documents, refer to the original posting.