Staff Accountant

About this position

Ampersand Brands is a growing portfolio of beloved confectionery brands, including Hammond’s Candies, the iconic hand‑crafted candy maker, and Lolli & Pops, a premium retail and gifting brand with a national presence. The company is backed by strong growth ambitions, combining innovation, brand storytelling, and operational excellence to expand its reach and solidify its position as a leading player in the U.S. confections industry.

Under the direction of the VP Corporate Controller, own accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger support across both brands, and assist with cost accounting. Support the monthly close and audit processes, serve as the ERP bridge between Business Central and Sage, and help streamline accounting processes as part of building a robust finance and accounting team.

• Under VP Corporate Controller direction, own AP, AR, and GL support across both brands.
• Process accounts payable and credit card invoices across both brands.
• Support accounts receivable, billing, and collections across both brands.
• Serve as the ERP bridge between Business Central and Sage, ensuring entries are properly recorded and reconciled across both systems.
• Reconcile AP and AR subledgers to the general ledger and clear outstanding items.
• Perform first‑pass GL coding of Ramp and merchant transactions.
• Assist with cost accounting entries and analysis under VP Corporate Controller direction.
• Ensure vendor records and payments are accurate and properly supported.
• Support month‑end close with reconciliations and journal entry preparation.
• Assist with audit preparation and support external auditors as needed.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline AP, AR, and close workflows.
• Partner with the VP Corporate Controller in building a robust finance and accounting team.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and analysis as directed by the VP Corporate Controller.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of AP or staff accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of AP processing, GL coding, and subledger to GL reconciliation.
• Strong Excel skills; ERP experience required (Business Central or Sage a plus).
• Detail‑oriented, accurate, and able to meet close deadlines.
• Process‑improvement mindset with a collaborative, flexible, hands‑on approach.
• On‑site position, five days per week, Denver, CO.

The pay range for this role is: 70,000 – 70,000 USD per year (Corporate).