Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant (Entry-Level) | Fast Enterprises, LLC

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Fast Enterprises, LLC, located in Centennial, CO, operating on a hybrid model after initial in-office training. Fast Enterprises develops essential software and services for government agencies, focusing on areas like Tax, Motor Vehicle, Driver License, Unemployment Insurance, and Child Support Engagement. This position is vital for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance, and supporting core business operations, contributing to a meaningful social impact within government services.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Centennial, CO
• Pay: $80000–$85000 yearly
• Mission: Ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and support key business operations.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling), accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or similar ERP systems)

What You’ll Actually Do
• General Ledger Management: Maintain the general ledger by reconciling accounts, reviewing transactions, and preparing adjusting journal entries in compliance with GAAP and tax regulations.
• Financial Statement Preparation: Analyze journal entries, accruals, and adjustments before finalizing consolidated financial statements for internal and external reporting.
• Compliance & Improvement: Ensure adherence to financial policies, controls, and regulatory requirements, while actively identifying opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.
• Asset & Payroll Support: Contribute to fixed asset management by maintaining records and assigning depreciation, and accurately record semimonthly payroll journal entries.
• Accounts Reconciliation: Assist in accounts payable processing including vendor reconciliations and expense tracking, and perform monthly balance sheet and credit card reconciliations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, entry-level, with a strong foundation in GAAP, tax principles, and financial reporting standards.
• Experience: 0-2 years of accounting experience preferred, including internships or relevant coursework in financial reporting and analysis. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and financial modeling. Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or similar ERP systems.
• Skills: Analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen ability to identify financial trends and discrepancies. Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Strong verbal and written communication skills to explain financial concepts effectively. Ability to exercise sound judgment, take initiative, and work independently while collaborating with teams.
• Bonus: Adaptability to changing business needs with a proactive approach to process improvement and efficiency.