Accounting Manager

About the role

The Accounting Manager serves as a key partner to the Controller and contributes to building scalable processes that support continued organizational growth. This role oversees the accounting operations including payroll preparation process and accounts payable, as well as assists in month end close process which includes P&L analysis, preparation of complex reconciliations and review of expenses related work papers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare revenue analysis and related reconciliations, such as deferred revenue, for one brand.
• Prepare and post adjusting journal entries with appropriate documentation and analysis.
• This may include revenue accruals, expense accruals, expense allocations.
• Maintain employee department allocations and ensure coding accuracy across payroll and expense transactions.
• Directly manage Staff Accountant.
• Oversee monthly expense fluctuation analysis, identifying variances and ensuring proper explanations and support.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, including payroll processing, accounts payable, credit card transactions, 1099 preparation, and employee expense processing.
• Supervise the AP and credit card workflow, ensuring timely processing, accuracy, and adherence to company policies.
• Manage payroll processing end-to-end, ensuring timely and accurate pay cycles and proper compliance documentation.
• Experience with state and local tax (SALT) filing activities, including registrations, periodic filings, and compliance monitoring.
• Explore and apply AI tools in your day-to-day work, finding new ways to simplify tasks, accelerate outcomes, and elevate your effectiveness.

Requirements

• CPA or CMA Required.
• Public accounting experience is strongly desired.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with exposure to both transactional and month-end close processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field.
• Experience managing accounting staff.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage high-volume workflows with accuracy.
• You use AI responsibly, with a basic understanding of security, privacy, and ethical data-handling considerations, and you know how to keep sensitive information safe when using AI tools.

Key Competencies

• Technical Accounting Expertise – Strong knowledge of GAAP, deferred revenue, adjusting journal entries, SALT filings, and month-end close requirements.
• Financial Analysis & Reconciliation Skills – Ability to perform and review complex reconciliations, analyze expense fluctuations, and ensure accurate P&L management.
• Systems Proficiency – Advanced proficiency with Intacct and strong competency with other accounting and payroll systems.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partners closely with the Controller and interfaces effectively with internal teams.
• Organizational & Time Management Skills – Ability to juggle multiple priorities, meet rigid month-end timelines, and maintain structured documentation.
• Regulatory & Compliance Awareness – Ensures accuracy and compliance in payroll, tax filings, and financial processes.

Pay

Qualified candidates can expect a salary range of $125,000 - $130,000/year depending on experience. Potential for end-of-year bonus earnings and periodic merit increases also available based on company and/or personal performance.

Schedule

This position is now open for remote based candidates located outside of the Denver Metro Area. Candidates must have access to a consistent and reliable internet connection, and may be asked to travel occasionally to the Denver area. For candidates located in the Denver area: this is a hybrid position with an expectation of working three days (Tuesday-Thursday) in our lower downtown office and two days (Monday & Friday) remote.