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Senior Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$75,975 / year median in Colorado
-6% projected decline
Job Description
USA Senior Accountant Salary:
$85,000 - $100,000 +Bonus Eligibility Location:
Arvada, CO - Fully Onsite Ready to take the next step beyond a traditional Senior Accountant role? This opportunity offers hands-on accounting ownership combined with leadership exposure, direct mentorship from an exceptional VP of Finance, and a clear path to continue advancing your career.Why This Senior Accountant Opportunity Stands Out:
- Direct mentorship from a highly respected VP of Finance known for developing and promoting team members
- Opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities while remaining hands-on with accounting
- Clear potential for future advancement into accounting leadership
- Gain exposure to reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audits, and process improvement
- High visibility across the accounting and finance organization
- Join a stable, growing company investing in technology and operational efficiencies
- Build valuable experience in a fast-paced, high-volume accounting environment
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, paid holidays, and employee vehicle discounts What You'll Do as a
Senior Accountant:
- Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close
- Assist with financial statement preparation and reporting
- Coordinate audit schedules and support external audits
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve workflows
- Serve as a key accounting resource and take on expanded responsibilities as the team grows What We're Looking for in a
Senior Accountant:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong month-end close, journal entry, reconciliation, and financial reporting experience
- Experience in a high-volume, transaction-driven environment
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Interest in continued growth and future leadership opportunities This Senior Accountant position is ideal for someone who wants to stay close to the accounting while gaining the mentorship, visibility, and leadership experience needed for the next step in their career.