Staff Accountant I

Respondology • Boulder, CO, CO

15d • $60,000 - $70,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Respondology is seeking a detail-driven Staff Accountant I to handle day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable entry, deposits, and expense and commissions reporting. The role works directly with the CFO and is the first core accounting team member, with opportunities to grow into broader accounting responsibilities as the finance function scales. The position collaborates with Sales, Customer Success, clients, and teammates to support invoicing, collections, expense reimbursements, vendor payments, and accurate, current records and reports. Collections and client relationships contribute directly to revenue goals.

This is a hybrid position based in Respondology’s Boulder, Colorado office, with team members in the office two days per week. The company describes itself as a fast-paced startup where processes are still being developed, and seeks someone interested in helping build and improve those processes.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or accounts receivable/accounts payable experience; internships count. Experience in a startup or SaaS environment is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of accounting fundamentals, including debits and credits, accruals, and reconciliations, and comfort with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Comfort working directly with clients on billing and payment questions in a friendly, professional manner.
• Ability to work independently on routine tasks and ask questions when something does not tie out.
• Experience with cloud accounting software; QuickBooks Online is preferred.
• Solid Excel or Google Sheets skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and pride in accurate, balanced books.
• Strong organization and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple deadlines around month-end.
• Clear, friendly communication skills and ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance teammates.
• Resourceful, proactive ownership mindset and interest in building processes where they do not yet exist.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with billing or accounts receivable automation tools.
• Experience with commissions reporting or expense tools such as Rippling or similar.
• Interest in growing toward a Staff Accountant role or pursuing the CPA path.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounts receivable, including applying payments, following up on outstanding balances, and maintaining professional relationships with client billing contacts.
• Manage customer invoicing and ensure bills are accurate and sent on time.
• Enter vendor bills and payables, prepare payment runs for approval, and keep the accounts payable inbox current.
• Serve as the first point of contact for the shared accounting inbox and respond promptly and accurately to internal and external questions.
• Record and deposit incoming checks and match deposits to the bank.
• Prepare monthly bank, credit card, and expense reimbursement reconciliations, with review and support from the CFO.
• Enter and review employee expense submissions, including the CEO’s, ensuring correct coding and compliance with the expense policy.
• Prepare monthly commissions reports and recurring accounts payable and accounts receivable reports for leadership.
• Maintain clean, organized documentation and support month-end tasks as assigned.
• Help streamline and automate routine work, including data entry and cash tracking.
• Build skills over time toward broader accounting responsibilities as the accounting function grows.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $60,000–$70,000, depending on experience, plus bonus eligibility.
• Hybrid flexibility with a home base in the Boulder, Colorado office.
• Flex PTO, generous holidays, and a full week off between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Multiple healthcare options, including FSA/HSA plans.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
• Fully paid family and parental leave (12 weeks per year).
• Team offsites.

What This Job Offers

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