Staff Accountant 1

Position Summary

We are seeking a detailed-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our growing accounting team. This position will support the accounting department through account reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, cash management activities, and month-end close support. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and eager to develop professionally within a collaborative environment. This role offers exposure to multiple areas of accounting and finance within the auto loan refinancing industry and provides opportunities for long-term growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Controller, this position includes:

• Cash and Banking Operations
• Perform bank reconciliations
• Monitor cash transactions and investigate variances
• Aid in cash forecasting and cash management reporting
• Ensure accurate recording of banking and loan-related transactions
• Loan Portfolio Accounting Support
• Reconcile loan servicing and funding accounts
• Aid in tracking loan activity, settlements, and related accounting transactions
• Support accounting processes related to loan payoffs
• Help ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data related to lending operations
• Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Support
• Assist with vendor invoice processing and payment verification
• Support customer billing and collection activities when needed
• Maintain accurate vendor and customer account records
• Research and resolve account discrepancies
• Compliance and Internal Controls
• Follow established accounting policies and procedures
• Aid with audit requests and regulatory reporting support
• Maintain organized documentation supporting accounting transactions
• Help strengthen internal controls and process compliance
• Process Improvement
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and workflow efficiency
• Aid with system implementations, automation projects, and process enhancements
• Participate in special projects and cross-functional initiatives as assigned

Qualifications

• Required:

  • 2-4 years of accounting-related internship/work experience
  • Understanding of accounting and financial reporting
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills

• PREFERRED:

  • Experience in financial services, lending, banking, or loan servicing
  • Experience with ERP and accounting systems
  • Experience with account reconciliations and month-end close support
  • Knowledge of internal controls and audit support processes
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree with at least 24 semesters in accounting
  • Fundamental knowledge of US GAAP
  • NetSuite experience a plus
  • Intermediate Excel skills
  • Public accounting experience a plus

Conditions of Employment

• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Driver’s License

• Must successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check

• Able to work additional hours outside of a regular schedule during and available on an as-needed or emergency basis

What We Offer

• Great Benefit package including:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) and 401(k)Roth
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
  • Life Assistance Program
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Time Off
  • Onsite gym
  • True potential for advancement, we always endeavor to promote from within.