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Senior Accountant
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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
CFS - 4.0
Lakewood, CO Job Details $80,000 - $98,000 a year 19 hours ago Qualifications Improving financial compliance protocols Accounting systems Financial compliance reporting Financial close processing Internal controls 5 years Bachelor's degree in finance Balance sheet Financial statement analysis Data analysis skills Process improvement Accurate transaction records management Finance Analysis skills Bachelor's degree GAAP Financial workflow efficiency improvements Team training System testing Compliance documentation Financial compliance audits Accounting and finance experience Closing the books Financial compliance enhancement Training & development Bachelor's degree in accounting Senior level Regulatory compliance accounting Financial systems implementation Accounting Full Job Description Senior Accountant A well-established organization is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in government, education, public sector, or audit who enjoys detailed accounting, financial reporting, and improving processes. This role offers the opportunity to work within a complex organization, collaborate across departments, and contribute to financial operations that directly support the community.Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
Stable organization with a strong mission and collaborative culture Work within a large and complex financial environment High visibility across accounting and operational teams Opportunity to improve processes, systems, and internal controls Exposure to financial system projects, testing, and implementations Strong long-term growth and professional development opportunities Meaningful work that directly supports the communityWhat You'll Be Doing:
Maintain the general ledger and ensure financial transactions are accurate and complete Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules Participate in month-end and year-end close activities Support financial reporting, compliance, and audit requirements Analyze revenue, expenditures, balance sheet accounts, and other financial activity Perform system balancing and investigate and resolve discrepancies Serve as an accounting resource to internal departments and stakeholders Prepare audit schedules, documentation, and supporting materials Provide guidance and training related to accounting procedures and financial systems Participate in financial system testing, upgrades, and implementation projects Identify opportunities to strengthen processes and internal controlsWhat We're Looking For:
5+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or audit Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Experience working with large data sets and detailed financial analysis Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls Government or public-sector accounting experience strongly preferred Education, government administration, or audit background is highly valued Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and audits Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex and evolving environmentSalary:
$80K-$98K If you're a Senior Accountant looking for a stable organization, meaningful work, and the opportunity to contribute beyond the day-to-day accounting function, we'd love to connect. #SeniorAccountant #GovernmentAccounting #PublicSector #AccountingJobs #FinanceJobs #EducationJobs #Hiring #INSEP2026Benefits
- Professional Development