Junior Accountant – General Ledger and Close

Job Description

Junior Accountant | CFS

The Tone:
This is a full-time, on-site role for a Junior Accountant at CFS, located in Littleton, CO, with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. CFS supports the medical industry, providing a context for the accounting operations. This position offers a significant opportunity for individuals to take ownership of core accounting functions, build stronger general ledger and month-end close experience, and gain exposure to multiple financial systems, including during a major transition. The role is designed to play an important part within an experienced accounting team.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Littleton, CO
• Pay: $70000–$80000 yearly
• Team: Experienced accounting team supporting the medical industry
• Mission: Own core accounting functions and ensure the integrity of financial data to support robust general ledger and month-end close processes.
• Tech Stack: QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics (plus), Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Journal Entries: Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
• Reconciliations: Complete account reconciliations, including detailed balance sheet reconciliations.
• Month-End Close: Support monthly close activities, ensuring all deadlines are met consistently.
• Financial Records: Maintain accurate and consistent financial records across multiple systems, working extensively within QuickBooks while gaining exposure to additional ERP platforms.
• Data Integrity: Research discrepancies and actively help ensure the integrity of financial data, supporting additional accounting projects and process improvements as needed.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required. This role is designed for an early-career professional who has already established fundamental accounting principles and is ready for increased exposure and responsibility beyond entry-level duties.
• Experience: Candidates must possess 1–3+ years of professional accounting experience. This includes hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, preparing journal entries, and performing account reconciliations. Required experience specifically includes working with QuickBooks.
• Skills: Strong proficiency in Excel and exceptional attention to detail are essential for maintaining financial data integrity. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively in an environment that handles a high volume of transactions and data. They must be willing to dig into discrepancies rather than simply identifying them, showcasing a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Bonus: Experience with other ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics, is considered a significant advantage.