Join Challenger Building, LLC one of the largest locally owned and operated homebuilders and land developers in Colorado Springs and Denver, CO.  At Challenger Building, LLC we are energetic and passionate about what we do.  We value creative, flexible, thorough, bold, and determined people in our organization with a passion for building beautiful communities.  Our company mission is “Making Life Better” for our customers, trade partners, investors, employees, and our community.  Together we contribute to the success of the organization but also to the success and growth of our community.  We understand the impact we have and strive to develop and build in smart, innovative ways that we are proud to call our communities. We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Staff Accountant to join our accounting team.  

Position Title: Staff Accountant

Position Reports to: Director of Accounting and Corporate Controller 

Location: Colorado Springs working in the office with one day a week remote

Salary: $60,000- $70,000

Work Hours: 8 AM- 5 PM M- Th and Fr 8 AM- 12 PM

Minimum: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software

Preferred:

• CPA candidate or CPA license preferred 
• Prior construction accounting experience

Benefits: 

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance 
• Life/Accidental death insurance 
• Paid time off 
• Profit-sharing plans 
• 401K Investment with 6% company match 

Role Summary: The Staff Accountant will be responsible for the accounts payable process, performing general ledger reconciliations, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other accounting duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.

• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Review and process vendor invoices and employee expense reports.
• Perform administrative duties such as filing, scanning, and organizing documents.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate supporting documentation to ensure the accuracy of financial statements.
• Assist with the reconciliation of general ledger and bank accounts.
• Support senior accountants and accounting management as needed.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP principles and company policies.
• Perform other accounting duties and ad hoc financial analysis as assigned.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

 An Equal Opportunity Employer/Smoke free campus