Ampersand Brands Staff Accountant, AR/AP & GL

About Us Ampersand Brands is a growing portfolio of beloved confectionery brands, including Hammond’s Candies, the iconic hand-crafted candy maker, and Lolli & Pops, a premium retail and gifting brand with a national presence. The company is backed by strong growth ambitions, combining innovation, brand storytelling, and operational excellence to expand its reach and solidify its position as a leading player in the U.S. confections industry. What You’ll Do Own accounts payable and accounts receivable across both brands, support the general ledger, and contribute to month-end close and audit. Work directly under the VP Corporate Controller as part of a growing finance team. Responsibilities Process and reconcile AP and credit card invoices across both brands. Support AR, billing, and collections across both brands. Reconcile AP and AR subledgers to the general ledger and clear outstanding items. Perform first-pass GL coding of Ramp and merchant transactions. Reconcile transactions across Business Central and Sage; flag and resolve cross-system discrepancies. Assist with cost accounting entries and analysis under VP Corporate Controller direction. Ensure vendor records and payments are accurate and properly supported. Support month-end close with reconciliations and journal entry preparation. Assist with audit preparation and support external auditors as needed. Identify process improvements to streamline AP, AR, and close workflows. Support ad hoc projects and analysis as directed. Requirements Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field. 2+ years of AP, AR, or staff accounting experience. Solid understanding of GL coding, subledger to GL reconciliation, and AP/AR processing. Strong Excel skills; ERP experience required (Business Central or Sage a plus). Detail-oriented, accurate, and able to meet close deadlines. Process-improvement mindset; hands-on and collaborative. On-site, five days per week, Denver, CO. #J-18808-Ljbffr ampersandbrands