Finance Specialist

Support Colorado’s Forests Through Fiscal Stewardship – Join Us as a Finance Specialist!

Do you have a talent for numbers, attention to detail, and a passion for making an impact? The Colorado State Forest Service is seeking a Finance Specialist to help manage the financial health of programs that protect and sustain Colorado’s forests. Apply today!

Location : Fort Collins, CO – with the flexibility of a hybrid schedule!

Salary : $65,000 - $68,500(based on experience)

In this role, you’ll :

• Provide financial guidance to staff across the agency on budgets, expenditures, and reporting.
• Assist in managing grant closeouts, reconciliations, and cost-share tracking.
• Train and support staff in CSU financial systems and compliance requirements.
• Help oversee the financial operations of 400+ agency accounts and programs.
• Collaborate closely with CSU’s Office of Sponsored Programs on sponsored projects.
• Identify and resolve budgetary challenges while supporting strategic fiscal decisions.

This position is a key part of the CSFS Finance Team—a collaborative group dedicated to ensuring efficiency, transparency, and consistency in financial operations across the agency. You’ll work independently, think critically, and help empower teams statewide to manage resources effectively.

Why You’ll Love This Role :

Minimum Qualifications :

How to Apply :

Ready to bring your financial expertise to a mission that matters—sustaining Colorado’s forests and communities for generations to come. Apply now!

For full consideration, applications must be received no later than 11 : 59pm MT on December 1, 2025. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

CSU is an EO employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.