Staff Accountant Needed

Heather Gardens is an established company that fosters teamwork, accountability, and pride of ownership within our culture looking for the perfect Staff Accountant to join our team! We offer many benefits with a fun group of individuals to interact with daily. Office hours are 7-4:30 M-F.

Summary:

We are looking to hire a team player with a strong work ethic who has a firm grasp of accounting principles and procedures, enjoys problem-solving, has keen analytical skills with an attention to detail; and is dedicated to the overall success of the organization. This position will report directly to the Controller. This position is on-site at the office located in Aurora, CO.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists with the monthly close process including preparation and posting of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analyses.

Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.

Maintains accurate records for accruals, prepaids, and fixed asset ledgers.

Prepares monthly work order billings to residents, records receipts from residents, and reconciles the sub-ledger to the G/L.

Records bi-weekly payroll entries and reconciles payroll accounts with PEO reports.

Performs as backup to the Accounts Payable function.

Assists in preparing monthly financial reports.

Assists with determining proper handling of financial transactions and approves transactions within designated limits.

Assists with the implementation of accounting systems and control procedures.

Assists with creating annual budgets and analyzing budget data for accuracy and reasonableness. Responsible for inputting annual budgets into accounting software and compiling budgets for presentation to management.

Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and Association procedures.

Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

The requirements listed below represent the required knowledge, skills, and/or competencies. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Accounting from a four-year college or university preferred; and a minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience. Experience with CCIOA is a plus. A CPA license is also a plus.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Office software; advanced Excel skills; and a working knowledge of accounting software and payroll systems.

Language:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must, including the ability to read and interpret a variety of documents such as spreadsheets, state statutes, and procedure manuals; as well as the ability to speak effectively with residents and employees of the Association.

Reasoning:

Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; analyze information skillfully and develop alternative solutions; synthesize complex or diverse information; interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Teamwork:

Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of other team members; respects individuals’ diversity.

Professionalism & Ethics:

Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; inspires the trust of others; works ethically and with integrity; tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows policies and procedures; upholds the Association's goals and values.

Dependability & Punctuality:

Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. follows instructions and responds positively to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments; completes tasks in a timely manner or notifies the appropriate person with an alternate plan; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

Other Requirements:

1. Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license.

2. Must pass the background and drug screening tests.

We offer a full benefits package including:

Medical, Dental, and Vision most at no cost to the employee 30 day first of month.

Life and LTD, additional options for STD, additional life, accident, critical illness, legal, and more.

401K with up to 5% match.

PTO of 144 hours per year accruing bi-weekly starting immediately.

8 holidays, and 2 floating days.