Staff Accountant

Brilliant®; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Brilliant® is seeking a Staff Accountant for a hybrid role in the South Denver metro area, supporting a corporate accounting environment. You will manage core accounting tasks, maintain the general ledger, and contribute to month-end closes and financial reporting.

Ideal candidates have a minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, a solid understanding of GAAP, and proficiency with Excel and accounting systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of corporate or public accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office; strong organization and communication.
• Experience with accounting systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries for month-end close.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts per GAAP; resolve variances.
• Assist with internal financial statements, management reports, and regulatory filings.
• Support audits by providing schedules and documentation.
• Participate in process improvements across teams.

Skills

MS Excel

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

Staff Accountant | Brilliant®

The Tone:

This is a hybrid Staff Accountant role, located in the South Denver metro area, supporting a corporate accounting environment. The position is essential for maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the company’s financial records. This involves core accounting functions, general ledger maintenance, month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. It offers a strong opportunity for a detail-oriented and collaborative professional to learn and grow within the corporate accounting field.

The TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Type: Hybrid, with 3 days onsite per week
• Location: Hybrid – South Denver metro area
• Mission: Support the integrity and accuracy of the company’s financial records through core accounting and compliance activities.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, accounting systems (preferred)

What You’ll Actually Do

• Manage Core Accounting: Prepare and record journal entries to ensure an accurate and timely month-end close.
• Ensure Data Accuracy: Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts in accordance with GAAP and internal policies, researching and resolving variances as needed.
• Support Financial Reporting: Assist with the preparation of internal financial statements, management reports, and required regulatory filings.
• Facilitate Audits: Support internal and external audit requests by preparing necessary schedules and providing supporting documentation.
• Drive Process Improvements: Participate in special projects and initiatives to improve accounting processes, accuracy, and efficiency, collaborating with various teams.

The Must-Haves

• Background: High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. Possesses a strong understanding of basic accounting principles and GAAP.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience in a corporate or public accounting environment. Direct experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close is essential.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office, strong organizational skills, detail-oriented with analytical and problem-solving abilities, and effective written and verbal communication.
• Bonus: Experience with accounting systems. Demonstrates a collaborative team player mindset with a willingness to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility.