Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Location: South Denver Metro Area, CO

Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000 Base Salary + 20% Annual Bonus

Schedule: Onsite during initial onboarding period, then hybrid flexibility available
About the Opportunity

A growing industrial organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations, lead a high-performing accounting team, and serve as a key business partner to operational leadership. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on organizational performance by delivering accurate financial reporting, driving process improvements, and supporting strategic decision-making.

This position is ideal for an Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, Plant Controller, or finance leader with experience in manufacturing, construction, industrial, or project-based environments .
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory accounting, fixed assets, and project costing
• Monitor financial performance and provide actionable insights to leadership
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury-related activities
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate external audits and support internal audit initiatives
• Oversee tax compliance activities, including sales/use tax and other reporting requirements
• Drive ERP and process improvement initiatives across the accounting function
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support strategic business initiatives

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Leadership experience managing and developing accounting staff
• Background in manufacturing, construction, industrial, or related operational environments
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cost accounting
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Preferred

• Experience as an Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, Plant Controller, or Controller
• Treasury and cash management experience
• Tax compliance knowledge
• ERP system experience in a manufacturing or operational setting
• Knowledge of project accounting and operational finance
• Experience supporting multi-department business operations

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is a hands-on finance professional who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day accounting leadership. They possess strong business acumen, thrive in fast-paced environments, and enjoy partnering with operations to improve performance and drive results.
Benefits

• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Employee assistance program
• Long-term career growth opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.