Senior Project Accountant

Elitesi; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Elitesi in Colorado is seeking a Senior Corporate Accountant responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, supporting financial reporting, and performing complex accounting activities.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting along with 4–7 years of experience. Proficiency in U.S. GAAP and accounting software is crucial. The role offers a full-time schedule, with a salary range of $85,000 - $100,000.

Qualifications

• 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with month-end close in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review complex accounting activities ensuring accuracy of financial records.
• Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries.
• Support external and internal audits and assist with inquiries.

Skills

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Advanced proficiency in Excel

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP accounting systems

Job description

Department: Accounting. Job Status: Full Time/Weather Dependent. FLSA Status: Exempt. Reports To: James Dinardi. Grade/Level: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00. Amount of Travel Required: No travel. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Occasional overtime as needed.

Senior Corporate Accountant

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing and reviewing complex accounting activities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, and supporting timely and compliant financial reporting. This role requires a strong understanding of GAAP, the ability to work independently, and the judgment to resolve moderately complex accounting issues to achieve hard deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Heavy support for the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met
• Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries, including accruals, allocations, amortizations, and reclassifications
• Perform and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations; investigate and resolve variances in a timely manner
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Assist with external and internal audits by preparing schedules and responding to audit inquiries
• Analyze financial data and provide explanations for account fluctuations
• Support process improvements and documentation of accounting procedures
• Serve as a resource to junior accounting staff and provide guidance as needed
• Participate in special projects and ad hoc analyses as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general ledger accounting
• Experience with month-end close in a deadline-driven environment
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Sumif/Sumifs, etc)
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Professional judgment and discretion
• Ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision

Typical Expectations

• Independently manages assigned accounts and reconciliations
• Completes work accurately and on time without the need for frequent follow-up
• Escalates issues appropriately and proactivelyDemonstrates accountability for deliverables and deadlines

Physical Demands

• Lift/Carry – Occasionally
• Stand – Occasionally
• Walk – Occasionally
• Handle/Fingering – Occasionally
• Reach Outward – Frequently
• Reach Above Shoulders – Occasionally
• Climb – Occasionally
• Crawl – Occasionally
• Squat or Kneel – Occasionally
• Bend – Occasionally
• 10 lbs. or less – Occasionally
• 11–20 lbs. – Occasionally
• 21–50 lbs. – Occasionally
• 51–100 lbs. – Occasionally
• Over 100 lbs. – Not Applicable
• Push/Pull 12 lbs. or less – Frequently
• 13–25 lbs. – Occasionally
• 26–40 lbs. – Occasionally
• 41–100 lbs. – Not Applicable

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to commute/relocate: Colorado – reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
• Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Experience: 3 years related experience
• Other Requirements: Valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a background investigation and drug screening

Other Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (hard hat, eye & ear protection, safety vest, gloves, dust mask or respirator, fall protection gear, etc.).

Work Environment

Outdoor, and varying weather conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Participating Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Participating Employer.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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