Senior Accountant

Forge Nano Inc.; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Match

PTO & Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Forge Nano Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee core accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting. The role focuses on GAAP compliance, process improvements, and mentoring junior staff in a fast-paced environment.

The position covers monthly close, revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842), payroll cost accounting, and accounts payable/receivable. Location is Thornton, CO with full-time responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Required: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with increasing responsibility.
• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent).
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with QuickBooks or a comparable ERP/accounting system.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze complex data.

Responsibilities

• Lead month, quarter, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Maintain general ledger and fixed assets schedules.
• Oversee AP/AR, bill processing, and collections.
• Support revenue recognition under ASC 606 and lease accounting ASC 842.
• Assist with audits, tax filings, and internal controls.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Mentoring staff

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance

Bachelor's degree preferred

CPA designation or candidate

Tools

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Bill.com

Workiva

NetSuite

Job description

Build what the world depends on.

Join the team

The people behind atomic precision.

At Forge Nano, we solve materials challenges that determine performance, safety, and reliability at scale.

From energy and semiconductors to defense systems, our team works at the atomic level to push what’s possible in the real world.

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Senior Accountant

Full-Time in Thornton, CO - Accounting

Position Summary

Forge Nano is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to play a key role in our Finance department. This position is responsible for overseeing core accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, and supporting the company's growth through strong financial controls and process improvements.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex challenges, and is passionate about building scalable processes while mentoring and supporting junior team members.

Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, allocations, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.

Revenue Recognition (ASC 606)

• Own and maintain revenue recognition processes and supporting schedules.
• Facilitate monthly revenue review meetings.
• Track bookings, contract modifications, discounts, and change orders.
• Maintain deferred revenue and unbilled revenue schedules.
• Analyze project estimates compared to actual results and coordinate updates as necessary.
• Monitor billing backlogs and revenue forecasts to ensure accurate reporting.

Lease Accounting (ASC 842)

• Manage the full-cycle ASC 842 lease accounting process, including initial recognition.
• Calculate and record Right-of-Use (ROU) assets and corresponding lease liabilities for operating and finance leases.
• Post monthly journal entries, including rent expense, lease amortization, and interest computations
• Perform monthly and quarterly balance sheet reconciliations for lease-related accounts and accruals.

Payroll & Cost Accounting

• Manage payroll accrual and labor allocation processes.
• Ensure labor is accurately coded and allocated to project and departmental cost centers.
• Reconcile payroll accruals and related accounts.
• Support project costing and financial analysis initiatives.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Process vendor invoices and payments through Bill.com.
• Monitor collections and support timely customer payments.
• Record and reconcile deposits and cash receipts.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing and payment procedures.

Audit, Tax & Compliance

• Serve as a primary accounting contact during annual audits.
• Prepare schedules, documentation, and responses for auditor requests.
• Assist with annual tax filings and related compliance activities.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and accounting consultants.
• Prepare and post audit-related journal entries as required.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Provide guidance, training, and oversight to Staff Accountants.
• Review work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Assist with implementation and optimization of accounting systems and technology.
• Support ad hoc reporting, analyses, and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with QuickBooks or a comparable ERP/accounting system.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation, CPA candidate status, or other relevant accounting certification.
• QuickBooks Online Certification.
• Familiarity with Workiva, NetSuite, ERP systems, and compliance management platforms.
• Experience with ASC 606 revenue recognition and contract accounting.
• Experience with ASC Lease Accounting, complex agreements
• Experience with Federal Grant Compliance (not mandatory)
• Experience supporting external audits and financial statement preparation.
• Prior experience leading, mentoring, or supervising accounting staff.
• Experience working in a high-growth manufacturing, technology, or startup environment.
• Experience with process improvement initiatives, internal controls, and accounting system implementations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position provides direction and oversight to Staff Accountants and may delegate assignments to ensure accounting objectives, deadlines, and reporting requirements are achieved.

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment, including computers, phones, printers, scanners, and related technology.

Physical Requirements

This position is primarily sedentary but may occasionally require lifting files, access filing systems, and moving materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

Travel

No regular travel is required for this position.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 annually. The salary range for this exempt position will be based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and alignment with internal equity among current employees.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• LTD and STD Insurance
• FSA and HSA
• 401(k) Retirement Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Floating Holidays
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave

Forge Nano Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Culture

1/5 “There are always exciting projects happening. You get to see the direct impact of your efforts, and I appreciate working with such thoughtful, collaborative people.”

Brianna Boeyink

Applications Engineer “Forge Nano is a place where bold ideas turn into real technology. I get to work on things that truly matter with people who genuinely care.”

Joel Kirner

Principal Battery Scientist “Every project is a chance to bridge innovation and real-world application, helping turn cutting-edge ideas into tangible results that make a global impact.”

Kyle Ingham

Senior Service Engineer “The collaborative environment that Forge Nano fosters makes our research enjoyable AND impactful. I love coming to work and knowing that my team is changing the world through innovation.”

Sara Harris

R&D Engineer II “At Forge Nano we push the bounds of thin film coating technology. By designing control systems, I get to collaborate with and learn from experts in ALD every day.”

Theodore Champ

Application Engineer II