Accountant (Hybrid)

Transamerica•Denver, CO

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

Performs basic accounting functions and responsibilities under general supervision, applying general accounting and financial principles and techniques to obtain, assemble, evaluate, interpret, record, and analyze financial data. Prepares or assists with financial reports and performs financial analysis as directed. The role may involve ledger work, journal entries, fixed-asset or inventory accounting, trial balances, financial statements, expense-report reviews, reconciliations, forecasts, budgets, and reporting across multiple accounting bases. It operates in a hybrid, fast-paced, deadline-driven office environment, with in-office work on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and occasional travel under 10%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent education or experience.
Up to 2 years of experience with a degree.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of an accounting area, such as investments, insurance products, premiums, or tax.
Effective oral and written communication skills and a customer-service approach.
Detail-oriented and accurate.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
Organizational and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

Compile, consolidate, and analyze financial data, including ledger work, journal entries, fixed-asset or inventory accounting, trial balances, and financial statements.
Review and audit expense reports for compliance with established guidelines.
Resolve questions and guide Accounting Specialists and Associates in problem resolution; identify matters that should be escalated.
Handle complex or unique questions, problems, or assignments, using independent judgment and initiative as needed.
Draft portions of statements and reports, including assignments involving data analysis.
Ensure accounting transactions are recorded accurately and on time.
Reconcile, investigate, correct, and adjust accounting information to meet deadlines.
Prepare financial statements and work papers for multiple accounting bases, as applicable.
Explain how and why transactions were processed and reported.
Use financial systems and reporting tools to produce analyses; identify reconciliation or posting issues and seek assistance as needed.
Prepare financial statements and meet reporting requirements, including project work in other accounting bases and financial reporting.
Calculate and compile divisional forecasts, budgets, and plans; coordinate budgets, consolidate divisional financial information, and complete other division reporting requirements.
Adhere to the company's internal-control framework.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
Annual bonus for eligible employees, subject to the company bonus plan and discretion.
Pension plan.
401(k) match.
Employee stock purchase plan.
Tuition reimbursement.
Disability insurance.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Employee discounts.
Career training and development opportunities.
Paid time off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten paid holidays per year.
Holistic wellness program, including wellness coaching and reward dollars.
Paid parental leave of 15 days per calendar year for eligible employees meeting the stated service requirement.
Adoption assistance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Back-up care program.
Paid time off for volunteer hours.
Employee matching gifts program.
Employee Resource Groups.
Inclusion and diversity programs.
Employee recognition program.
Referral bonus programs.