Lead Accountant - Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting

About the role

The Lead Accountant will play a key role in preparing and reviewing financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, supporting technical accounting matters, and contributing to strategic accounting initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Aid in the interpretation and application of U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations to ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate timely and efficient audits and reviews, ensuring all necessary supporting documentation is provided.
• Conduct research on complex accounting transactions and prepare written accounting memos for review by management and external auditors.
• Support prospective mergers and acquisitions activity, including financial due diligence and purchase price accounting.
• Work closely with internal teams (FP&A, Tax, Corporate Development, etc.) and external advisors (e.g., legal counsel) as needed to support all financial data reporting needs.
• Assist with special projects impacting the broader accounting organization.
• Stay up to date with emerging accounting pronouncements and industry trends, assessing their impact on the organization.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience.
• CPA certification.
• 4+ years of relevant accounting experience, with public accounting or financial reporting experience preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX controls.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets).

Qualifications

• Works well in a team environment, as well as independently.
• Excellent research and analytical skills and a detail-oriented mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize effectively, meet deadlines, and follow through to execute all tasks.

Skills

• Familiarity with NetSuite and Workiva.
• A self-starter attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• A collaborative spirit and positive attitude.
• Adaptability, intellectual curiosity, and a desire for continuous improvement.

Benefits

Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors, such as knowledge, skills, and abilities. Please refer to the salary range provided for a general idea of the compensation range for this role in Colorado.

Pay

Salary Range: $91,389 - $126,000.00 In accordance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB 19-085) the approximate compensation range for this role in Colorado is listed above.

Schedule

Not specified.