Accounting Specialist

External

Biggskofford · Colorado Springs, CO

$60K–$75K/yrFull-timeOn-site1mo ago

Accounts PayableComplianceExcelLeadershipPayrollQuickBooks

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Benefits

Annual bonus potentialGenerous 401k matching contributionFlexible schedulesFully paid health insurance for the individualCareer progression, grow at your own paceContinuing education creditsDental InsuranceHealth savings accountLife insuranceVision InsuranceYour duties and responsibilities:Maintain balance sheet reconciliationsPrepare month end schedules and reportsGenerate month end financial statementsPreparing and processing payrollCash flow reportingCoding and entering accounts payableCommunication with clients and team membersMonitor adherence to controls, regulations, and proceduresMaintain Excel spreadsheetsProvide proactive assistance to team members and department managers in execution of department initiativesOther duties as requiredLocation/Flex optionsOpportunity to work hybrid from Colorado SpringsSome travel may be required with occasional work from home optionsExpected 40 hours per week with flexible start timesTo be a successful candidate, you will have:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or proven experience to match3-5 years progressive accounting experience preferredExperience with QuickBooks® Online, Bill.com & Expensify a plusExperience working in a professional office environmentAbility to multi-task, switching between clients throughout any given dayAbility to learn multiple software programs simultaneously and effectivelyExcellent Excel, Word and Adobe PDF skillsSelf-motivation with attention to deadlinesOrganization and time management skillsVerbal and written ability to communicate professionally and effectivelyThe annual base salary range for this role is $60,000 - $75,000. This range includes the anticipated low and high end the salary range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on various factors, including experience, education and/or skill level.Health insurance401(k)Flexible schedulePerformance bonus

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About Ascend At Ascend, we recognize the struggles that accounting & finance professionals face in traditional firms-from rigid hierarchies and overwhelming workloads to the elusive work-life balance. We believe your ambition should not be constrained by outdated practices or opaque career paths. Here, you're not just a number but a valued member of a community that champions both your professional and personal fulfillment. Our mission is to transform the public accounting experience into one where work-life harmony is a reality, and where your career advancement is supported by a nurturing network and robust resources . We partner with regional, entrepreneurial firms and provide them with the resources and support necessary to thrive in today's dynamic market. This includes access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition, top-tier technology, transformative leadership, shared back-office services, & more. Founded in January 2023, Ascend attained revenues to sufficiently qualify as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation. Explore Ascend , where your career soars without sacrificing your quality of life. About BiggsKofford: BiggsKofford is a boutique accounting firm, with approximately 50+ staff, located in Colorado since 1982. We go beyond traditional compliance work to provide our clients with a full range of services designed to help them achieve their financial goals. We focus on closely held middle-market businesses, and our forward-thinking approach helps these entrepreneurs through all phases of their business life cycle, including acquisition, growth, and exit. Clients are served by collaborating across departments and by allowing consultive interactions early in the career of our employees. Part of our uniqueness can be demonstrated by our firm being organized as an S-Corp vs. a traditional CPA partnership. We believe in fostering a work environment where our core values guide everything we do. Our commitment to being solution-oriented, building personal relationships, maintaining professionalism, embracing interdependence, and focusing on long-term success and growth is at the heart of our culture. We're looking for individuals who share these values and are excited to contribute to our mission.

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