Accounting Manager

Precision Security Team LLC • Fort Collins, CO

1d • $85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

We are hiring an Accounting Manager to join our team. The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations for a fast-paced, multi-site contract security company. This is a hands-on role within a lean accounting function, requiring a high level of ownership, organization, and attention to detail. This position will work closely with ownership and operations to ensure accurate financial reporting, billing, payroll accounting, and compliance. While this role does not begin as a leadership or executive position, there is opportunity for expanded responsibility over time based on performance and company needs. The ideal candidate is comfortable personally performing accounting tasks while improving processes and supporting operational decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 4-6+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience
• Demonstrated success in hands-on accounting roles within small teams or lean environments
• Experience in service-based, contract-driven, or labor-heavy industries
• Strong working knowledge of AR/AP, payroll accounting, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and revenue recognition
• Proven ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, multi-site environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Comfortable balancing accuracy, efficiency, and hands-on execution.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven.
• Confident decision-maker with strong business judgment.
• High integrity and discretion.
• Physically capable of performing work-related tasks and standing or walking for extended periods
• Consistent, dependable attendance is required under our attendance policy.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or equivalent certification
• Experience in contract security, staffing, or facilities services
• Experience improving or streamlining accounting processes in growing organizations
• Familiarity with QuickBooks, Paylocity, scheduling software, or similar systems

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day accounting operations and related financial processes
• Operate as an individual contributor with end-to-end responsibility for assigned functions
• Support ownership and leadership with accurate financial information
• Identify process improvements and efficiencies
• Manage priorities in a fast-paced, multi-site environment
• Manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll accounting, and general ledger activities
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
• Prepare and manage client billing and collections
• Track contract-based revenue and support proper revenue recognition
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies with Operations
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up as needed
• Support payroll accounting in a labor-intensive, multi-site environment
• Reconcile payroll to schedules and billing
• Assist with tracking overtime and labor costs
• Assist with budget preparation and forecasting
• Prepare regular financial reports and variance summaries
• Provide financial data and insights to support operational decisions
• Process vendor invoices and manage payment schedules
• Ensure proper approvals and documentation
• Support vendor setup and basic procurement controls
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and efficiency
• Maintain and update accounting and payroll systems
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across financial data
• Support compliance with accounting standards and labor requirements
• Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records
• Handle confidential financial and employee information with discretion

Benefits

• Health benefits for employees working 30+ hours per week
• Colorado-mandated benefits including paid sick leave, FAMLI participation, and Roth IRA option

What This Job Offers

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