Accountant Karafin Partners LLC.

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Colorado; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An economic development organization in Colorado seeks a Bookkeeper to manage accounts, prepare financial statements, and ensure client confidentiality. The ideal candidate will excel in client communication, have strong bookkeeping skills, and demonstrate attention to detail. This role requires at least two years of experience and a solid understanding of accounting principles. Candidates must be proficient in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. This position offers an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of office or bookkeeping experience.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping practices.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records according to GAAP and GASB rules.
• Prepare financial statements for client review.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding their accounts.

Skills

Client communication

Data interpretation

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Reliability

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Bookkeeper is a key member of the accounting team responsible for delivering accurate, timely bookkeeping services and clear communication to clients of the firm. This role requires strong ownership of assigned responsibilities, along with initiative to identify and solve problems. The ideal candidate thrives in a client-facing environment, values accuracy and confidentiality, and embraces both independent work and teamwork in a growing firm. Core responsibilities include accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, payroll, organizing and recording transactions, adjusting journal entries, and supporting compliance requirements, while ensuring client satisfaction and confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintaining records according to GAAP and GASB rules including the recording of general journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and reconciliation of General ledger accounts.
• Applying strong accounting skills, including A/P, A/R, purchasing backup, journal entries, and all bookkeeping through financial statement preparation.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year‑end financial statements for client review.
• Assist with sales tax filings, 1099/W-9 management, and coordination with tax preparers.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, clarify discrepancies, and provide status updates on their accounts.
• Utilize cloud-based platforms (QuickBooks Online, Double.app, online payroll platforms, Aplos, Xero, Wave, Microsoft 365 apps, etc.) and maintain digital document management practices.
• Suggest process improvements, efficiencies, and technology tools to strengthen the firm’s operations.
• Support team collaboration, including sharing best practices and assisting colleagues when needed.
• Protect client confidentiality and comply with data security policies.
• Performing other duties as assigned.
• Two or more years of office or bookkeeping experience.
• Payroll skills and use of common bookkeeping software are required, previous experience in accounting and QuickBooks or related programs.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping practices and procedures.
• Accuracy and attention to detail is absolutely required, as well as a track record of reliability, confidentiality, and conscientious work habits.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to organize and prioritize effectively.
• Attention to detail with exceptional level of accuracy.
• Ability to interpret data and make cost‑effective decisions.
• Ability to adapt and work efficiently in a rapidly changing dynamic environment with deadline pressures.
• Proactive, resourceful, and self‑motivated problem solver who can work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability in dealing directly with clients.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

NOTE This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.