Accounting Manager

HOPEWEST • Grand Junction, CO

16d

About The Position

The Accounting Manager supports the Finance Director in overseeing the financial operations of the organization and helps ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting. This position supervises the accounting team, manages general ledger activities, and supports the annual financial audit process. The Accounting Manager ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), nonprofit accounting standards, and applicable regulatory requirements while supporting the mission and financial stewardship of HopeWest.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience required.
• Experience managing or supporting external financial audits required.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel; experience with nonprofit financial systems preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with leadership and cross-departmental teams.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit or healthcare financial environments preferred.
• CPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• overseeing the financial operations of the organization
• ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting
• supervises the accounting team
• manages general ledger activities
• supports the annual financial audit process
• ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), nonprofit accounting standards, and applicable regulatory requirements
• supporting the mission and financial stewardship of HopeWest

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance effective the first of the month following start date
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program
• Immediate accrual of PTO and medical leave
• Employer paid life insurance
• EAP & Disability
• 403b Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
• 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager