Senior Accountant

J2T Recruiting; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks PTO

11 paid holidays

4% 401(k) match

HSA/FSA options

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Job summary

J2T Recruiting is helping a premier Denver‑area manufacturer fill a Senior Accountant role. You will act as the Controller’s right hand, bridging plant-floor operations with corporate finance, including rebates, pricing, and commissions.

The position emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration with sales, engineering, IT, procurement, and manufacturing, in a hybrid Denver environment. A strong manufacturing accounting background is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of general accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Cost accounting and inventory experience (1+ years).
• Advanced Excel skills required; Direct experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) is a major plus.
• Collaborative, growth‑oriented mindset with the ability to meet tight close deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Drive standard costing, cost rolls, inventory valuations, COGS analysis, and variance analysis.
• Partner with Operations to minimize excess/obsolete inventory and support annual physical inventory.
• Manage sales rebates, commissions, and price support programs for distributors and buying groups.
• Support full-cycle GL process, bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and month-end journal entries.
• Manage CapEx, fixed assets, and assist with payroll GL postings as needed.

Skills

Cost accounting

Inventory management

Advanced Excel

Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)

Job description

• 75 Years of Excellence: Join a premier commercial manufacturer with deep roots in Denver and the massive backing of a global food service distribution and manufacturing holding company.


• Holistic Visibility: This is an on-site, highly collaborative plant environment where you can see the business holistically. You will work cross-functionally with sales, engineering, IT, procurement, and manufacturing.


• Major ERP Exposure: Help lead the charge as the company transitions to Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).


• Empowered Mentorship: Work directly under a collaborative, supportive Controller who acts as a working manager and focuses on empowering his team rather than micromanaging.

Why this job – SENIOR ACCOUNTANT:

Join this premier manufacturer as their Senior Accountant to act as the Controller's right hand. This newly open role is designed for someone who thrives in a collaborative, cross-functional environment rather than being pigeonholed. You will bridge the gap between plant-floor manufacturing operations and corporate commercial activities (sales rebates, pricing, commissions). If you are a motivated professional who wants to build a diverse professional portfolio with the stability of a global parent company, this is the perfect career move.

What You'll Actually Do:

• Drive Cost Accounting: Take ownership of standard costing, cost rolls, inventory valuations, cost of goods sold analysis, and variance analysis.


• Partner with Operations: Partner closely with Supply Chain, Quality, and Planning teams to minimize excess and obsolete inventory, and play a key role in the annual physical inventory.


• Manage Commercial Programs: Calculate and administer sales-related rebates, commissions, and price support programs for distributors and buying groups.


• GL & Close Support: Support the full-cycle general ledger process by completing bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and preparing month-end journal entries.


• CapEx & Assets: Manage capital expenditures, maintain fixed asset ledgers, and assist with payroll processing and related GL postings as needed.

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Need:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is strongly preferred.


• Experience: 5+ years of general accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.


• Cost Accounting: 1+ years of cost accounting and inventory experience.


• Technical Savvy: Advanced Excel skills are required. Direct experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) is a major plus.


• Soft Skills: A collaborative, growth-oriented mindset with the ability to exercise independent judgment and meet tight close deadlines.

Where and How Much:

• Target Compensation: $85K – $110K, bonus opportunity.


• Location: Hybrid, Denver, CO (Northfield area).


• Benefits: 3 weeks PTO, 11 paid holidays, 4% 401(k) match, HSA/FSA options, and standard medical/dental/vision coverage.