Staff Accountant (Mid-Level)

Fast Enterprises • Centennial, CO

1d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Fast Enterprises is a provider of essential software and services for citizens and government. In 1998, we changed the way government revenue agencies support their business with the introduction of GenTax®. We have expanded beyond Tax and now also perform implementations for Motor Vehicle, Driver License, Unemployment Insurance, and Child Support Engagement agencies. Your FAST career has a meaningful and lasting social impact. FAST offers a collaborative in-office problem-solving environment. Qualified candidates will join our team at our headquarters in Centennial, CO . This role will be hybrid (3 days in-office) after in-office training. As a mid-level Staff Accountant, you will be a key contributor to our finance team, responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and supporting overall business operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to take ownership of financial processes in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, tax principles, and financial reporting standards.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and financial modeling.
• Experience with accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar ERP systems.
• 2-5 years of accounting experience, including accounting internships.
• Hands-on experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen ability to identify financial trends and discrepancies.
• Highly detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, take initiative, and work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Adaptability to changing business needs, with a proactive approach to process improvement and efficiency.

Nice To Haves

• CPA eligibility or progress toward certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger, reconcile accounts, and prepare adjusting journal entries to ensure compliance with GAAP and tax regulations.
• Analyze journal entries, accruals, and adjustments before generating financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare internal and external financial statements, gathering and interpreting data for leadership and compliance reporting.
• Ensure adherence to financial policies, controls, and regulatory requirements, identifying areas for process improvement.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigating variances and ensuring proper account maintenance.
• Oversee fixed asset management, maintaining accurate records, assigning depreciation methods, and determining useful asset life in compliance with federal tax guidelines.
• Accurately record and process semimonthly payroll journal entries, ensuring proper allocation across departments and cost centers.
• Assist in processing accounts payable, ensuring accurate vendor reconciliations, expense tracking, and compliance with company policies.
• Conduct credit card reconciliations, verifying transactions, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring timely resolution.
• Support audit and tax preparation efforts by gathering documentation, preparing reconciliations, and responding to auditor requests.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal financial policies.
• Generate custom financial reports and provide insights to leadership to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting initiatives.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and reporting capabilities.

Benefits

• Throughout your career, you will be rewarded through our merit-based pay structure, 401(k) matching program, and performance based bonuses.
• Our exceptional benefits package includes coverage for FASTies and their families. Health, dental, and vision insurance are 100% employer-paid, providing the peace of mind of top coverage without financial burden.
• Sabbatical program, known as the FAST Pause. This program provides you with a month of paid leave to pursue your passions and recharge in any way you would like.
• We provide paid parental leave.
• We provide paid holidays, as well as vacation and sick time.
• Our gift matching program matches annual volunteer hours or monetary donations.
• Team-building activities are offered throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

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