Accounting Manager

High Country Search Group; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

High Country Search Group seeks an Accounting Manager to lead a team of accounting professionals and oversee month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls for a growing organization with national and international presence.

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Accounting, you will mentor staff, coordinate with external auditors, and drive process improvements across the general ledger, compliance, and external reporting.

Qualifications

• Active CPA certification required.
• 4-6+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; public accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, financial statements, and schedules.
• Oversee general ledger accounting and ensure U.S. GAAP compliance.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide requested documentation.
• Support technical accounting research and external reporting activities.
• Assist with accounting system enhancements and implementations.
• Lead, develop, and mentor accounting staff.
• Support various accounting and analytical projects as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

GAAP proficiency

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification

Tools

General Ledger systems

Job description

Our client is a well-established, growing company with a significant national and international presence. The organization has experienced substantial growth through both organic expansion and acquisitions and offers a strong culture, competitive benefits, and long-term career opportunities.

Position Overview

The Accounting Manager will lead a team of accounting professionals and oversee day-to-day accounting operations. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Accounting, this role is responsible for the monthly close, financial reporting, general ledger activities, internal controls, and supporting external reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, financial statements, and supporting schedules.
• Oversee general ledger accounting and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide requested documentation.
• Support technical accounting research and external reporting activities.
• Assist with accounting system enhancements and implementations.
• Lead, develop, and mentor accounting staff.
• Support various accounting and analytical projects as needed.

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Active CPA certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance;
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Strong GL and month-end close experience.