Financial Services Specialist

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

• Collaborative
• Accountable
• Trustworthy
• Transparent Job Summary Base pay for this position will be $69,932.

40 The Sheriff's 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 - Friday, 8:00am - 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.

Sheriff's Office Employees:

https://epcsheriffsoffice.com/employment/ 01 How did you learn of this position? I am currently employed by the Sheriff's Office I am currently employed by El Paso County El Paso County Website Indeed.com Employee Referral Social Media (Twitter/Facebook) LinkedIn University/College Career Site Industry-specific Career Site Professional Membership Career Site Career Fair Other 02 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent education? Yes No 03 Please select your highest level of education: High school diploma or equivalent education Associate's degree Bachelor's degree currently in progress Bachelor's degree Master's degree or higher None of the above 04 If applicable, please specify the major associated with your college degree. 05 Do you have a minimum of two years of experience in Accounting or Accounts Payable? Yes No 06 Please describe your experience in Accounting or Accounts Payable. 07 Do you have relevant finance experience within the last five (5) years? Yes No 08 Please describe your relevant finance experience within the last five (5) years. 09 Please share why you want the position of Financial Services Specialist with the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. 10 Have you read, and do you accept the work conditions as outlined in the job posting? Yes No 11 The Sheriff's Office employs a "non-release" hostage policy. This means that in the event you are taken hostage, either inside or outside of a Sheriff's Office facility (vehicles included), we would do everything within our power in order to secure your release; however, we would never release an inmate or prisoner. Can you work in an environment that operates under a policy such as this? Yes No Required Question Employer El Paso County (CO) Department Sheriff's Office Address El Paso Office of the Sheriff 27 East Vermijo Avenue Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903 Website https://www.epcsheriffsoffice.com/