Senior Accountant Job Grand Junction area,Colorado USA,Accounting

Description

Senior Accountant

Grand Junction, CO

One Full-Time Position. 40 hours per week.

Monday through Friday, 8:00 – 5:00

Hiring Range: $33.65 - $36.69/ hr., depending upon education and experience.

This position will remain open until filled.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Chief Financial Officer, prepares and maintains financial and business transaction data using established procedures and produces reports that support accurate accounting records. Performs complex clerical and accounting duties, manages accounts receivable and accounts payable processing for all programs, and serves as lead for billing and claims functions.

Minimum Requirements

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a related field.
Minimum 3 years progressive accounting experience, preferably within a nonprofit, healthcare, behavioral health or human services environment.
Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Preferred:

Professional experience using accounting software, such as Sage Intacct or a comparable financial management system.
Professional experience with Power Query, Power Bi, and/or SQL.
Advanced skills in Excel software.

We care about our team! At Ariel we offer an expansive benefit package:

Subject to Eligibility.

Medical, Dental, and Vision at affordable rates.
Group Life Insurance 100% covered.
Group Accident, Hospitalization, Identity Fraud, and Critical Illness plan available at a discounted rate.
HSA & FSA employee funded accounts.
Generous Paid Time Off accrual - 13 PTO days in the first year, 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.
$50/month for participation in Wellness Program.
Retirement 403B & 403B employer match up to 5% at one year anniversary.
Mileage Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
And committed to a Culture of Awesomeness!

Ariel Clinical Services has been in business for over 30 years!

Ariel has grown significantly since its early days of serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Today, we offer a broad range of services including residential programs, vocational support, foster care and adoption, therapy, and much more.
We are proud to say we have expanded our reach beyond the Western Slope! Now, we provide services in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo.
At Ariel, we deeply value our community and recognize the vital role it plays in the lives of our members and employees. That’s why we’re committed to staying engaged through both financial contributions and hands‑on service initiatives.
As we continue to grow, we’re equally committed to fostering professional growth for our team. Many of our entry‑level roles offer clear pathways for advancement within the organization.

Ariel Clinical Services Mission

To provide safe, nurturing, and supportive environments for children, families, and adults so that they may have the opportunities to develop their strengths, maximize their potential, and fully participate in society.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Serves as the primary contact for administrative billing team members, including Benefits and Specialists, and coordinates communication to support efficient operations and collaboration.

2. Supports a collaborative team environment and assists with training accounting team members as directed.

3. Follow established Standard Operating Procedures for all accounting functions.

4. Facilitate solutions with Accounting Team to improve process efficiency and program support.

5. Supports all programs with contract preparation and records retention.

6. Prepares, issues, and posts bills, receipts, and invoices for all programs.

7. Maintains and optimizes the Sage Intacct financial management system.

8. Analyzes and verifies financial information by…