Senior Accountant

RK Mechanical, Inc.; Aurora, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off + 6 holidays

Health Insurance with wellness program

401(k) with company match

PerkSpot employee discount program

Career development and RK University

Job summary

RK Mechanical, Inc. in Denver, CO is seeking a Senior Accountant to own core accounting processes, support monthly and year-end close, and provide financial insights to leadership.

You’ll collaborate with the Assistant Controller and Corporate Controller to improve efficiency across the accounting department. The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 3–5+ years of experience, and proficiency with ERP systems and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required; Master's degree is a plus.
• 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations including cash, accruals, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.
• Support monthly and year-end close processes.
• Assist with monthly financial statements, schedules, KPIs, and internal reporting packages.
• Prepare audit-ready schedules and analyses for external auditors.
• Assist with tax filings and other compliance reporting.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide financial data and analysis to internal teams across departments.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial insights for leadership.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

ERP systems

Accounting software

Proactive teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree (plus)

CPA certification or progress toward CPA (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Accountant

Denver, CO

$90,000-$105,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Build Your Expertise. Make an Impact. Grow Your Career.

Senior Accountants play an important role in maintaining accurate financial information and supporting the success of RK Industries. In this role, you'll take ownership of key accounting processes, support monthly and year-end close activities, prepare financial reporting, and provide meaningful financial insights to leaders across the business.

Working closely with the Assistant Controller and Corporate Controller, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to process improvements, support multiple areas of the business, and help drive greater efficiency across the accounting department.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform accurate and timely balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, accruals, fixed assets, prepaids, and intercompany transactions.
• Support monthly and year-end financial close processes.
• Assist with monthly financial statements, schedules, KPIs, and internal reporting packages.
• Prepare audit-ready schedules, supporting documentation, and analyses for external auditors.
• Assist with property tax filings, sales and use tax returns, and other compliance reporting.
• Help maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide financial data and analysis to internal teams including Marketing, IT, HR, and Supply Chain.
• Support the Assistant Controller and Corporate Controller in providing financial insights to Business Unit leadership.
• Assist with accounts payable, cash management, and other operational accounting functions as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Participate in the implementation and training of new accounting tools and processes.
• Maintain process documentation and contribute to standard operating procedures.
• Assist with annual budgeting and periodic forecasting.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required; Master's degree is a plus.
• 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience working in a multi-entity or multi-location environment is preferred.
• CPA certification or progress toward a CPA is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with accounting software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, team-oriented approach with a desire to improve processes and solve problems.

Why Build Your Career at RK

Build bigger. Work across a growing organization with seven specialized business units and a diverse range of construction, manufacturing, fabrication, and building services.

Have a voice. Provide financial insights and help improve accounting processes that support decision-making across the business.

Grow your expertise. Take ownership of meaningful accounting responsibilities while expanding your knowledge through hands-on experience and collaboration with experienced accounting leaders.

Build with an integrated team. Partner with teams across the organization and gain exposure to the financial operations of a diverse, multi-entity business.

Build for the long term. Join a second-generation, family-owned company that combines the stability of an established organization with the growth and opportunity of an industry leader.

Your Benefits

• Paid Time Off plus 6 paid holidays
• Health Insurance with a $100 wellness incentive
• 401(K) with company match
• Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
• Career development and training opportunities
• Leadership and technical development through RK University

Build with purpose. Build with precision. Build your future with RK.