Staff Accountant at Rio Grande Co.

Staff Accountant 

Denver, CO | Office-based | Full-time

Reports To: Controller
Department: Central Services

Why This Role Matters

You chose accounting for a reason—you like precision, logic, and knowing the numbers add up. At Rio Grande Co., we’re looking for a sharp, dependable, entry-level Staff Accountant who wants to grow their skills in a stable, team-oriented environment.

This role is a great fit if you:

• Want to build a strong foundation in AP, GL, and financial reporting
• Prefer structure over chaos
• Take pride in spotting discrepancies no one else sees
• Like working behind the scenes but want your work to matter

What You’ll Be Doing

Accounts Payable:

• Review and process vendor invoices and expense reports
• Maintain clean vendor records and resolve payment issues
• Assist with 1099 reporting and compliance (W-9s, etc.)

General Ledger & Reporting:

• Post standard journal entries (payroll, benefits, etc.)
• Reconcile assigned accounts and investigate variances
• Support monthly and year-end closings
• Record daily cash receipts and prepare deposits

Project Work (Yes, Even for Entry-Level!):

• Help with system upgrades, process improvements, and integrations
• Assist in implementing updated accounting policies
• Contribute to financial analysis projects (we’ll train you!)

What You Bring

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting (you’ve checked that box)
• Some real-world accounting experience—internship, part-time role, or entry-level (AP or GL exposure = awesome)
• Comfort in Excel (basic formulas, formatting, maybe even a pivot table)
• Eagerness to learn ERP systems (SX Enterprise is our platform soon to be Cloud Suite Distribution)
• The kind of mindset that triple-checks before clicking “submit”
• A willingness to ask questions, take feedback, and keep learning

Why Rio Grande Co.?

At Rio, we build more than structures—we build teams, careers, and futures. We're known for our craftsmanship, safety culture, and strong values. We take pride in delivering top-tier work for our clients, while making sure our people feel respected, supported, and valued.

What sets us apart:

• Family-first culture
• Transparent leadership that actually listens
• Real investment in career growth and training
• A commitment to doing the right thing, even when it’s the hard thing

 Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $60,000–$75,000 (based on experience)
• Profit-sharing + 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental & vision insurance + FREE virtual care
• HSA & FSA options
• Generous PTO: vacation, sick, bereavement, jury duty
• Paid training + career development
• Company-paid life & disability insurance
• Performance-based bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ready to Put Your Degree to Work?

If you’re organized, numbers-focused, and ready to become the kind of accountant everyone wants on their team—we’d love to meet you.

Application Notice

Apply early. We review applications as they are received and may fill the position before the posting closes.