We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee core financial activities and help deliver accurate, timely reporting for the organization in Lakewood, Colorado. This position partners closely with finance leadership to guide daily accounting operations, strengthen controls, and support sound business decisions through clear financial insight. The ideal candidate brings broad full-cycle accounting expertise, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:
• Direct daily accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll, and cash management functions.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to maintain accurate financial records.
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure financial results are completed on schedule and in accordance with reporting standards.
• Maintain adherence to organizational policies, accounting guidelines, and internal control requirements while promoting best practices across the department.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements, leadership reports, and other recurring analyses used for decision-making.
• Support tax-related filings, audit requests, and regulatory reporting by organizing documentation and helping ensure compliance deadlines are met.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and broader financial planning efforts by compiling data and evaluating trends.
• Evaluate operating results through variance analysis and provide practical recommendations to improve financial performance.
• Track cash position, banking transactions, and treasury activity to help support liquidity planning and financial stability.
• Identify control gaps, reduce risk, and recommend process improvements that enhance accuracy and efficiency within accounting operations.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• At least five years of progressive accounting experience with responsibility for full-cycle accounting processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger management.
• Practical experience supporting payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax reporting, and treasury activities.
• Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Understanding of internal controls, compliance standards, and audit support procedures.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to perform well in a fast-paced setting.