Senior Accountant
JOIN THE TEAM
There are 69 million Americans who live in common interest communities and the FRONTSTEPS team is building powerful solutions to impact these residents and their community leaders. FRONTSTEPS is a unique company that boasts a small-company atmosphere yet is poised for exponential growth in the web-based and mobile applications SaaS segment.
Based out of our downtown Denver office, the Senior Accountant is responsible for the monthly close process and the accuracy of the financial statements for FRONTSTEPS. Primary responsibilities include determining proper accounting treatment according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Job Responsibilities:
Manages all aspects of the general ledger including ensuring the company financial records are kept in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Specifically focuses on Operations, including flux analysis and variance reporting.
Responsible for all eliminating entries and consolidations.
Leads projects within accounting function to ensure continuous improvement of accounting processes and identify areas of improvement. Responsible for areas of the general ledger that are assigned and ensuring the company financial records are kept in accordance with GAAP.
Responsible for assisting in the preparation and publishing of monthly management reporting.
Provides monthly, quarterly and year-end analysis.
Analyzes operating costs and works with the Financial Planning and Analysis team and Business Unit Owners to determine proper accruals.
Assists in establishing and assistance in maintaining internal controls.
Assists in establishing and maintaining process documentation.
Responsible for researching accounting pronouncements and developing methodology as appropriate.
Serves as a liaison to external auditors.
Assist with additional projects on an ad-hoc basis at the direction of the Controller.
Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting / Finance
3 - 7 years work experience
Certified Public Accountant
Public accounting experience
High proficiency with Excel and NetSuite
Self motivated, time efficient and proactive with ability to work under minimum supervision
Strong time management skills
Strong work ethic - ability to prioritize and work in a demanding detail-oriented environment
Strong ethical and confidentiality standards are essential
Enthusiastic team player willing to assist others where necessary
Strong analytical, technological, communication and organizational skills
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Software industry experience is desirable, but not essential