Senior Accountant

POSITION SUMMARY
The position of Senior Accountant falls within the purview of the accounting department and directly reports to the Accounting Manager. This role entails recording and reporting activities related to accounts payable and accounts receivable, encompassing oversight of the purchasing cycle across all company departments. Additionally, this role will assist in general ledger closing procedures, which include preparing cash and prepaid entries. This position is a full-time role located in our Denver, CO office. There is an opportunity for this role to transition into a regular full-time hybrid position.

1. Month-End Closing: Preparation of journal entries and reconciliations for multiple locations to ensure accuracy and completeness of records, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues as needed.
2. Reporting: File all local tax returns and prepare monthly cash flow reports.
3. Audit: Assist in providing deliverables to external auditors.
4. Accounts Payable: Using AP software review invoices to ensure accuracy and completeness of information and remit to the appropriate approver. Ensure timely remittance of vendor payments.
5. Accounts Receivable: Assist in the monthly invoicing of our customers. Provide any necessary follow-up to ensure timely receivables.
6. Compliance: Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as regulatory requirements related to state and local taxes.
7. Process Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process improvements in accounts payable procedures to streamline workflows, enhance efficiency, and reduce errors.

1. Education: BS/BA in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university.
2. Experience: Previous experience (2-3 years) in financial accounting, with past history of tax and partnership reporting.
3. Computer Skills: Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel, experience with Sage Intacct preferred but not required.
4. Attention to Detail: A high level of accuracy and attention to detail is crucial for reviewing invoices, reconciling accounts, and identifying discrepancies.
5. Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills are needed to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workloads, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
6. Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal communication skills are important for interacting with vendors, colleagues, and other stakeholders to resolve issues, answer inquiries, and maintain positive relationships.
7. Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends or discrepancies, and make informed decisions to ensure accurate and efficient accounts payable processing.
8. Compliance Knowledge: Understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and company policies governing accounting processes, including tax laws, GAAP, and internal controls.
9. Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities, procedures, and technologies in the accounts payable field to support business needs and improve efficiency.
10. Teamwork: Willingness to collaborate with colleagues in the accounting department and other departments to achieve common goals and objectives related to accounts payable processes and financial management.

1. The annual salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000.
2. Medical, dental and vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company.
3. Company sponsored disability coverage.
4. Company sponsored life insurance coverage.
5. Eligibility to participate in a 401(k) plan.
6. Eligibility to participate in SunShare’s stock option plan.
7. Paid time off and paid holidays.