Accounting Specialist

CFS; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) with company match

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

CFS, a growing Colorado manufacturing company, is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day accounting operations across AP, AR, procurement, expense management, and billing.

You will partner with Supply Chain, Sales, Shipping, and Operations to maintain accurate financial records, strengthen internal controls, and contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor invoices, payment processing, and approvals.
• Verify invoice accuracy and three-way matching of PO, receipt, and invoice.
• Process purchase requisitions and maintain documentation.
• Administer employee expense reports and reimbursements.
• Reconcile corporate credit card transactions and assist with month-end close.
• Process customer orders and issue invoices to ensure timely billing.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes and journal entries.
• Prepare recurring accounting and operational reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Bill.com

Expensify

Job description

Join a Growing Company Where Your Contributions Matter

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Specialist to join our Finance team and play a key role in supporting day- to- day accounting operations. This position offers the opportunity to work across accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, expense management, customer billing, and general accounting activities in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The Accounting Specialist partners closely with Accounting, Supply Chain, Sales, Shipping, and Operations teams to help maintain accurate financial records, strengthen internal controls, and support business growth. This position reports directly to the Controller.

If you enjoy solving problems, working with numbers, collaborating with others, and contributing to process improvement initiatives, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do as an Accounting Specialist

Accounts Payable & Procurement

• Manage vendor invoices through Bill.com, including invoice review, coding, approval routing, and payment processing.
• Verify invoice accuracy and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and vendor invoices.
• Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders while maintaining proper documentation.
• Support vendor onboarding and maintain vendor records.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and help resolve payment issues.
• Partner with Supply Chain and Operations teams to ensure purchasing transactions are complete and accurate.

Expense Management

• Administer employee expense reports and reimbursements through Expensify.
• Monitor compliance with travel and expense policies.
• Reconcile corporate credit card transactions and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with expense accruals and month-end close activities.

Accounts Receivable & Customer Billing

• Process customer purchase orders and maintain accurate records.
• Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with Operations and Shipping teams to support billing requirements.
• Monitor accounts receivable balances and assist with collections activities.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Support customer onboarding, account setup, and credit application processes.

General Accounting Support

• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Support journal entry preparation and general ledger analysis.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation.
• Assist with audit requests and financial reporting activities.

Reporting & Process Improvement

• Prepare recurring accounting and operational reports.
• Support compliance initiatives and internal control processes.
• Assist with financial system enhancements and ongoing administration.
• Participate in automation, efficiency, and continuous improvement projects.
• Support special projects and broader Finance team initiatives.

What We're Looking For in an Accounting Specialist

Required Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, or related functions.

Why You'll Enjoy This Opportunity

• Broad exposure to accounting, procurement, billing, and finance operations.
• Opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams across the organization.
• Hands-on involvement in process improvement and system enhancement projects.
• Career growth potential within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time, non-exempt hourly position.
• Hourly pay range: $24.00 - $28.85, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Additional voluntary benefits

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys variety, values accuracy, and wants to contribute to a growing organization while continuing to develop their accounting career.

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