What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Spruce Mountain Solutions?
I am happy to represent my client, a prominent attorney in Aurora, CO to hire an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing general accounting operations, preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting the month-end and year-end close processes. This role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), and experience in financial reporting. This role reports to the Contoller and is located in Aurora, CO
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
- Oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and adjustments.
- Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations and assist with audits (internal & external).
- Monitor and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
- Support payroll processing and benefits reconciliation as needed.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to support financial decision-making.
- Mentor and guide junior accounting staff.
- Daily requests from internal and external customers/ boots on ground
- Overseeing accounts payable
- Deposit $ into the trust account
- Help oversee car accident settlements (quality control)
- Dealing with client costs for QC, meeting deadlines, etc.'
- May help reconcile payroll
- Reviewing and paying advertising expenses
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business
- CPA is a plus, but not required
- Mid sized company or higher preferred
- 5 years of experience in accounting
- Strong knowledge of GAAP financial reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting software (Excel, Quickbooks, etc.)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling).
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and organizational abilities.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary ($75,000 - $85,000 per year bonus)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Professional development and training opportunities
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000