We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join an organization in Lakewood, Colorado on a contract to hire basis. This position supports core accounting activities with a strong concentration in accounts payable while also contributing to reconciliations, close processes, tax compliance, and audit preparation. The ideal candidate brings solid accounting fundamentals, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with finance leadership and cross-functional partners in a hybrid office environment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the full accounts payable cycle by reviewing invoices and employee expenses for accuracy, confirming approvals, and assigning appropriate accounting codes.
- Prepare and distribute payments on schedule while maintaining organized records and resolving payment-related issues as they arise.
- Reconcile bank activity regularly, research variances, and ensure cash transactions are accurately reflected in the general ledger.
- Contribute to month-end close by preparing journal entries, analyzing account activity, updating expense support schedules, and completing balance sheet reconciliations.
- Maintain fixed asset records, post monthly depreciation and related entries, and track roll-forward activity for reporting purposes.
- Oversee auto loan accounting by recording payments, monitoring balances, and completing related reconciliations.
- Complete multi-state sales and use tax calculations, filings, and remittances in accordance with applicable deadlines and requirements.
- Assist with annual reporting and compliance tasks, including 1099 preparation, audit support, business licensing, and tax registration activities.
- Partner with accounting team members on special projects, provide backup support during key close activities, and help strengthen internal controls that protect company assets.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- At least 2 years of accounting experience.
- Working knowledge of general accounting principles and practical experience with general ledger activity and journal entries.
- Experience supporting tax-related processes such as sales and use tax, corporate tax, or related filings.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel skills.
- Familiarity with NetSuite and Concur is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and the ability to manage confidential financial information appropriately.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to work on a hybrid in-office schedule several days per week.