Operational Accounting Consultants (Onsite/Hybrid in Denver)

RGP•Denver, CO

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

RGP is seeking proactive Operational Accounting Consultants to support key accounting and financial operations activities. The role connects finance, operations, and business stakeholders to help ensure accurate financial reporting, efficient processes, and strong internal controls. Candidates should have a solid foundation in accounting and hands-on experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, cash management, operational reporting, and process improvement. The consultants will contribute to close activities and financial reporting, prepare journal entries and reconciliations, analyze financial statement activity, and work with operational teams to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with company policies. They will also support audits, improve processes and controls, participate in system and automation initiatives, develop reports, and assist with special projects and ad hoc analysis. The position is based in Denver, Colorado, with a hybrid arrangement of up to three days onsite. RGP describes an environment focused on meaningful work, ongoing development, smart processes, human-centered design, advanced technology, and collaboration. The role is open to W-2 hourly consulting projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 3 years of progressive accounting experience in corporate accounting, public accounting, consulting, or a combination of these.
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices.
Experience supporting general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial close activities.
Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis, pivot tables, lookups, and financial modeling techniques.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with process improvement, automation tools, or system implementations.
CPA, CPA-track, or equivalent professional certification.

Responsibilities

Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Analyze balance sheet and income statement activity, identify variances, and investigate discrepancies.
Partner with operational and business teams to ensure accounting transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with company policies.
Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to audit requests.
Maintain and improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls to increase efficiency and scalability.
Participate in system implementations, process automation initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
Develop financial and operational reports to provide insights to leadership and key stakeholders.
Assist with special projects, ad hoc analysis, and other finance and accounting initiatives as needed.