Staff Accountant

About the role

Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, the Staff Accountant performs and reviews accounting entry tasks as well as provides general accounting functions for the accounting department. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for handling complex and high-volume transactions to a high standard of detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day accounting support for one line-of-business; primary point of contact for subsidiary accounting questions.
• Perform account analysis and reconciliation, which may include bank statements, intercompany general ledger accounts and trending expense analysis.
• Preparation of client invoices and collections of outstanding accounts receivable balances.
• Prepare revenue recognition entries and true-up analysis periodically.
• Manage bank deposits and cash application.
• Assist with financial statement review.
• Assist with month-end closing process.
• Assist with initial internal control evaluations.
• Assist with audit fieldwork for both operational and financial audits.
• Research and correct account discrepancies.
• Develop cross functional relationships to ensure accurate billing and respond to client inquiries.
• Assist with ongoing process improvement and optimization of ERP system (NetSuite).
• Proactively raise and research abnormalities during the monthly accounting process and work with broader accounting and finance teams to correct/improve.
• Look to improve accounting processes where opportunities exist to include the build-out of templates and reports to enhance efficiency and reduce manual processes.
• Maintains the confidentiality of information processed.
• Follows company policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required or related associate’s degree with minimum of two years of experience.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Proficient ability working in and utilizing the Microsoft Office suite of software required.
• Highly detail-orientated and organized; punctual with strong time management.
• Strong data management skills and experience working with high volumes of data; minimum intermediate excel skills and use of pivot tables with ability to leverage Excel (“PowerQuery”)/Power BI a plus.
• Clear and proactive communicator, both with colleagues, external clients, and vendors.
• Ability to maintain financial security by following internal controls and maintain confidentiality with financial information.
• Willingness and flexibility to work in a multitude of business areas when required and accept work assignments on a variety of topics to address the business’ new and changing needs.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-growing environment where change is the norm; strong multi-tasking skills, and flexibility to alternate from one project to the next quickly.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk or hear and use hands to handle, or touch objects or controls.
• The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.
• On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders.
• The employee would rarely need to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This role is based in Denver, CO with attendance in the office expected 3 days a week with 2 days remote. Additional flexibility to be remote will be considered based on job performance. Occasional travel to corporate headquarters in Milwaukee, WI may be necessary with emphasis on travel for impact.

Pay

Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 with bonus incentive.