Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for an Entry Level Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for a food processing organization in Denver, Colorado. This position is well suited for someone beginning their accounting career who is eager to build hands-on experience across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and journal activity. The role offers the opportunity to work with a collaborative team while helping maintain accurate records and timely financial reporting.
Responsibilities:
- Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and help ensure payments are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Assist with customer billing and cash application activities while keeping accounts receivable records current and organized.
- Prepare bank reconciliations by comparing transactions, identifying differences, and helping resolve outstanding items.
- Review general ledger balances and perform account reconciliations to support accurate month-end close activities.
- Record routine journal entries and maintain financial data with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Communicate with internal departments and external contacts to address invoice questions, payment discrepancies, and account issues.
- Support accounting documentation and reporting needs by organizing records and assisting with audit-ready files when needed.
- Foundational knowledge of accounts payable processes and invoice handling.
- Familiarity with accounts receivable activities, including billing and payment posting.
- Ability to complete bank reconciliations and investigate variances carefully.
- Understanding of account reconciliation principles and basic general ledger structure.
- Experience preparing or assisting with accounting entries in a detail-focused or academic setting.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage recurring deadlines.
- Proficiency with spreadsheets and comfort learning accounting systems and financial workflows.