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Accounting Specialist
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Black Hawk, Gilpin County, Colorado, 80422, USA
Listed on 2026-07-19
Listing for:
Aston Carter
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-19
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Accounting Assistant, Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title:
Accounting Specialist
Job Description
This Accounting Specialist role supports a small accounting team during a transitional period and focuses on high-volume accounts payable and accounts receivable processing, payroll-related journal entries, and detailed data entry. You will work closely with a Senior Accountant, gain hands-on exposure to core accounting functions, and build valuable experience with Excel and an Enterprise ERP system in a fast-paced, stable environment.
Responsibilities
+ Process high-volume accounts payable transactions, averaging 100-200 invoices per week with accuracy and timeliness.
+ Enter, update, and maintain accounts receivable information, including billing-related transactions and sales tax entries.
+ Prepare and enter payroll-related journal entries into the general ledger.
+ Work extensively in Excel to create, maintain, and upload accounting data into the Enterprise ERP system.
+ Perform accurate and efficient data entry while maintaining data integrity across all accounting records.
+ Assist with month-end accounting activities, including journal entry preparation and related support tasks.
+ Review and reconcile accounting records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger accounts, as needed.
+ Support cash application activities and ensure proper matching of payments to invoices.
+ Work with purchase orders and apply appropriate matching (such as three-way match) to ensure proper invoice processing.
+ Collaborate closely with the Senior Accountant and broader accounting team to ensure timely and accurate processing of financial information.
+ Adapt to established accounting processes and follow defined procedures while suggesting improvements where appropriate.
+ Participate in ongoing training and mentorship to expand responsibilities beyond data entry and gain exposure to broader accounting functions.
Essential Skills
+ 3+ years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, accounting clerk, or similar accounting support role.
+ Proven experience processing high-volume invoices and transactions in a fast-paced environment.
+ Strong data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
+ Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
+ Basic proficiency in Excel, including working with templates and spreadsheets.
+ Experience using ERP or accounting systems for transaction processing and data management.
+ Ability to learn new processes quickly and adapt to established accounting workflows.
+ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining strong communication with the team.
+ Strong understanding of general accounting concepts such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, reconciliation, purchase orders, and general ledger.
Additional
Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience entering payroll journal entries.
+ Experience working with sales tax transactions and related accounting entries.
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Experience with Enterprise ERP or similar enterprise-level accounting systems.
+ Government or municipal accounting experience.
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Experience with cash application processes and invoice matching (such as three-way match).
+ Interest in developing toward broader accounting roles, such as Staff Accountant or Senior Accountant.
+ Willingness to receive mentorship and training in Excel and accounting processes.
Work Environment
This position is fully onsite and part of a small, close-knit accounting team that includes a Senior Accountant and a Director of Finance who is transitioning roles but remains available for support. The role is heavily focused on data entry and transaction processing, particularly high-volume accounts payable and accounts receivable activities. You will work extensively in Excel and an Enterprise ERP system, with the team providing training on the relatively straightforward spreadsheets used in daily operations.
The environment is fast-paced yet stable, offering consistent exposure to 100-200 invoices per week and a variety of accounting tasks, including payroll journal entries, sales tax entries, and month-end support. The culture emphasizes mentorship, hands-on learning, and professional growth, with accounting leadership actively involved in training and development. Candidates are expected to learn quickly, follow established accounting processes, and adapt to the team's workflows.
Standard business attire is expected in this professional office setting, and the team prefers to review resumes in the morning as part of their hiring process.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Black Hawk, CO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role…
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