Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantLocation: Denver, CO (Hybrid/Remote OK)Employment Type: 3-6 month Contract -to-Perm with strong possibility to convert to FTEAbout the OpportunityAn innovative, venture-backed technology company is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its growing Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where you'll support the financial operations of a highly technical organization developing next-generation products.This role is ideal for an early-career accounting professional who enjoys working across departments, improving processes, and contributing to the financial foundation of a rapidly scaling business.What You'll DoAccounting Operations

• Process day-to-day accounting transactions, including accounts payable, cash management, and general ledger activities.
• Own the purchase order, accounts payable, and three-way matching process to ensure invoices are accurate and vendors are paid on time.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support ongoing accounting operations.

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare journal entries and perform balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Support financial reporting and perform ad hoc analyses as requested.

Audit & Compliance

• Assist with annual financial audits and external reporting requirements.
• Support the preparation of federal, state, and local tax filings.
• Help ensure compliance with accounting policies and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Cross-Functional Support

• Partner with Operations, Procurement, and other business teams to understand project costs and financial transactions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve accounting processes and financial controls.
• Participate in special projects and continuous process improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience.
• Experience with accounts payable, general ledger accounting, cash reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Solid understanding of GAAP.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems (QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or similar platforms).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and overall proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or progress toward CPA certification.
• Experience working in a high-growth, startup, or rapidly scaling organization.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, industrial technology, aerospace, defense, or other complex technical industries.
• Familiarity with modern ERP systems and financial automation tools.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing, innovative organization.
• Broad exposure to accounting operations and cross-functional business activities.
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Work alongside experienced leaders helping build scalable financial processes for a rapidly expanding company.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and meet applicable employment eligibility requirements.Who is Rainier Recruiting?Rainier Recruiting is a boutique, award winning national staffing agency and executive search firm. Using an approach that “treats every candidate like an executive search”, we offer positions in contract-to-hire, Full-Time, and executive search. Named the #1 Best Workplace in Washington State in 2022, recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm, and identified as a top recruitment firm by multiple business journals, Rainier Recruiting is fast becoming a respected company. We are no longer the “best recruiters you have never heard of”. Rainier Recruiting is also proud to share our clients have a 93% repeat business rate. Rainier Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of every organization that we partner with.