Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Fort Collins, Colorado. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for a detail-oriented candidate with at least 2 years of experience who can manage core accounting activities, maintain accurate financial records, and contribute to timely reporting. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with reconciliations, general ledger activity, tax-related tasks, and inventory-focused accounting in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and complete financial records across accounting periods.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, including bank, cash, and credit card activity, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support corporate and sales tax processes by organizing documentation, reviewing transactions, and assisting with return preparation.
• Manage inventory-related accounting activities to help ensure valuation, movement, and related entries are recorded correctly.
• Review purchase order transactions and coordinate with internal teams to confirm proper accounting treatment and documentation.
• Assist with month-end close tasks, account analysis, and reporting to support accurate financial statements.
• Maintain accounting data within SAP and use Microsoft Excel to analyze balances, track variances, and prepare schedules.
• Contribute to process updates or system-related accounting adjustments when needed, ensuring continuity and accuracy in financial operations. Requirements
• At least 2 years of accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of corporate tax, sales tax, and support for corporate tax return activities.
• Experience preparing journal entries and maintaining general ledger accuracy.
• Strong background in account reconciliation, including bank, cash, and credit card reconciliations.
• Familiarity with inventory accounting and purchase order-related financial processing.
• Proficiency with SAP and solid Microsoft Excel skills for reporting and analysis.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage recurring deadlines effectively.

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