Financial Services Specialist

Financial Services Specialist Print ( Apply ufeff Financial Services Specialist Salary $69,932.40 - $71,575.60 Annually Location Colorado Springs, CO Job Type Full-Time Job Number 2600125 Department Sheriff's Office Division Office of the Sheriff Opening Date 03/28/2026 Closing Date 4/12/2026 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Non-Exempt + Description + Benefits + Questions Need more information on completing a job application? See the EPC Application process here ( . VISION El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery. PURPOSE We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive. VALUES Service Focused u2022 Collaborative u2022 Accountable u2022 Trustworthy u2022 Transparent Job Summary Base pay for this position will be $69,932.40 The Sheriffu2019s Office provides public safety at all times and therefore every position is deemed essential. All positions are in-person and not eligible for remote work. Every position is also subject to recall based on the needs of the Office to keep the community safe. This position has an anticipated work schedule of: Monday u2013 Friday, 8:00am u2013 4:30pm, subject to change. Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of applicants. Coordinates and performs manual and computerized bookkeeping activities in accordance with established procedures. Maintains accounts payables and receivables, processes purchase orders, prepares financial reports to ensure accurate and efficient financial operations and assists with annual budget preparation. Essential Duties/Responsibilities + Audits expenditures, encumbrances, and revenues for each division budget; reconciles with County Finance accounting system summaries. + Processes vendor invoices in the County Finance accounting system to initiate timely and accurate payments. + Prepares and issues purchase orders, requisitions, and invoices for services rendered. + Prepares and distributes monthly financial reports, quarterly reports to federal agencies and verifies reimbursements are received via electronic deposits. + Coordinates the issuance of purchase and travel cards to employees and monitors expenses to verify guidelines are being followed. + Reconciles purchase/travel card transactions and vendor statements and verifies account accuracy and resolves and discrepancies. + Tracks travel and training expenses for employees. + Manages petty cash disbursements and compiles receipts for reimbursement through the County Finance accounting system. + Collects all revenue received by the Sheriff's Office and remits deposits to the County Finance Department. + Assists with Capital Assets: Additions, Deletions, and Annual Inventories. + Assists divisions with budget preparation and requests. + Conducts research and provides financial data analysis within the accounting system as needed. + Performs other duties as required. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Must be honest, truthful, trustworthy, and possess a high degree of personal integrity. + Knowledge of general accounting practices and procedures. + Knowledge of and ability to use office equipment, including computer, calculator, copier and telephone. + Proficiency in computer Microsoft Office applications. + Ability to perform math calculations quickly and accurately. + Must be detail oriented and ensure accuracy in work. + Maintain regular and punctual attendance. Required Education and Experience: + High school diploma or equivalent education + Minimum two years experience in accounting or accounts payable Preferred Education and Experience: + College degree in accounting + Relevant finance experience within the last five (5) years. Licenses/Certificates: + Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license + Must obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Compliance within six months of employment Pre-Employment Requirements: + Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, truth verification examination, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen. Work Conditions Duties are primarily performed in an office environment. Occasional overtime on weeknights and/or weekends may be necessary. El Paso County is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer. El Paso County adheres to Federal drug screening guidelines and requires a pre-employment drug screen.

Created: 2026-03-30