Accountant

Description:Accountant1. POSITION SUMMARY FlackTek is seeking a highly accountable and detail-oriented Accountant to support the growth and maturation of our accounting operations as we continue scaling in a public-company environment.This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving organization and enjoys bringing structure, accuracy, and process discipline to daily accounting operations. The Accountant will play a critical role in month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and audit readiness while helping strengthen internal controls and financial processes in preparation for SOX compliance.This role is best suited for someone who enjoys building structure and improving processes within a growing organization.The successful candidate is proactive, adaptable, and capable of working independently with a strong sense of urgency and ownership. This person must be comfortable balancing transactional responsibilities with process improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment where priorities evolve quickly and continuous improvement is expected.This role reports directly to the Controller and partners cross-functionally to support accurate financial reporting, operational efficiency, and scalable accounting operations.2. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKEWithin the first 6-12 months, this person will:Take ownership of assigned portions of the monthly close process with minimal oversightDeliver timely and accurate reconciliations and journal entriesHelp improve accounting workflows, documentation, and internal controlsSupport a faster, more disciplined close processIdentify and resolve discrepancies proactivelyContribute to audit readiness and SOX preparedness initiativesDemonstrate reliability, responsiveness, and strong follow-through in a dynamic environment 3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Month-End Close & General LedgerOwn assigned areas of the monthly and year-end close processPrepare accurate and timely journal entries including accruals, adjustments, and reclassesPerform monthly bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliationsAnalyze financial results and investigate variances or discrepanciesEnsure completeness and accuracy of ERP financial dataDaily Accounting OperationsProcess accounts payable invoices, manage vendor communications, and execute weekly payment runsAdminister the corporate credit card and employee expense reimbursement programs, ensuring timely processing, policy compliance, and accurate recordkeepingSupport customer invoicing, cash application, ACH processing, and treasury activities as neededRecord payroll journal entries and reconcile payroll activity to the general ledger for each payroll cycleMaintain accuracy and responsiveness while managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environmentAudit, Controls & ComplianceAssist with external audit requests and supporting documentationHelp strengthen accounting procedures, controls, and process documentationSupport internal control and SOX readiness initiativesEnsure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policiesProcess ImprovementIdentify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiencyHelp establish scalable and repeatable accounting proceduresParticipate in ERP and reporting process enhancementsMaintain organized and well-documented accounting records4. IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE Thrives in a hands-on, fast-moving environmentCan manage multiple priorities without sacrificing attention to detailTakes initiative rather than waiting for directionFollows through consistently and meets deadlinesIs comfortable with change and evolving processesCommunicates clearly and escalates issues proactivelyEnjoys improving processes and creating operational structureBalances urgency with accuracy and accountabilityWorks independently and maintains high productivity with minimal supervision5. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration with accounting emphasis, or equivalent practical experience Experience:  3+ years of progressive accounting experience Experience owning portions of the month-end close process Experience preparing reconciliations and journal entries Experience supporting AP and AR operations Technical Skills:  Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Experience working within ERP systems and financial reporting tools Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills 6. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience in a manufacturing environmentExperience supporting audit readiness and internal controlsExperience in high-growth or rapidly changing organizationsFamiliarity with SOX compliance or public-company reporting environmentsExperience with Epicor ERPKnowledge of cost accounting and FAR compliance requirements7. PERFORMANCE METRICSMonth-end close tasks completed accurately and on scheduleReconciliation completion rate of 100% monthlyTimely resolution of discrepancies and accounting issuesAccuracy and integrity of assigned financial dataResponsiveness and reliability in supporting accounting operationsContributions to process improvements and operational efficiency8. SUCCESS COMPETENCIES & FUNDAMENTALSDO THE RIGHT THING, ALWAYS: Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to doing the right thing in every action you take and in every decision you make, especially when no one’s looking. Always tell the truth, no matter the consequences. If you make a mistake, own up to it, apologize, and make it right.PRACTICE BLAMELESS PROBLEM-SOLVING: Demonstrate a relentless solution focus rather than pointing fingers or dwelling on problems. Identify lessons learned and use those lessons to improve ourselves and our processes so we don’t make the same mistake twice. Get smarter with every mistake. Learn from every experience.GET THE FACTS: Learn to ask questions and gather the facts before jumping to conclusions and making judgments. Be curious about additional information that might yield a more complete picture.BE VIGILANT ABOUT CONFIDENTIALITY: Our clients share information with us because they need and trust us. Honor that trust by keeping their information in confidence and taking appropriate steps to safeguard how and where it’s used. The same is true for information about our own organization as well as about your teammates.DELIVER RESULTS: While effort is important, people expect results. Follow-up on everything and take responsibility to ensure that tasks get completed. Set high goals, use measurements to track your progress, and hold yourself accountable for achieving those results.9. WORK LOCATION, SCHEDULE & TRAVELRole Type: Full Time - ExemptLocation: Fully onsite in Louisville, CORegular Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm Travel: Up to 5% (domestic)Candidates must be located within commuting distance or willing to relocate prior to start date.10. COMPENSATION & BENEFITSCompensation:  Annual Base Salary Range: $70,000 - $95,000, depending on experience and qualifications Health Benefits:  Optional health, dental, and vision insurance plus company-paid virtual and in-person primary care via Nice Healthcare Short- and long-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment insurance Company Benefits: 401(k) Plan with Employer Match Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with company discount 10 company-paid holidays annually  3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued in first year Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) Company-sponsored events & outings Weekly work-sponsored team lunch stipend Optional 9/80 work schedule (eligible after 90-day probationary period) 11. ABOUT FLACKTEKHeadquartered in Louisville, Colorado, FlackTek™ has delivered advanced materials processing solutions since 1996. We specialize in high-speed, bladeless centrifugal mixing technology — providing industry-leading performance across every stage of development, from R&D to full-scale production.Since 2019, we’ve designed and manufactured our systems and accessories in our state-of-the-art U.S. facility, combining decades of technical expertise with nationally sourced, high-quality components. The result: the most advanced centrifugal mixing systems on the market, capable of processing volumes from grams to over 1,200 kg per hour.With a growing global partner network, FlackTek supports customers worldwide. What truly sets us apart, however, is our service. From initial demonstrations and model selection to implementation, in-depth training, technical support, and on-site maintenance, our team is committed to your success at every step.Whether you’re solving complex formulation challenges or scaling production, FlackTek delivers performance and support that goes far Beyond Mixing™.All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of FlackTek’s pre-employment screening process, including a background investigation, pre-employment drug screening, and verification of eligibility to work in the United States.Employment with FlackTek is at-will. No manager, supervisor, or Human Resources representative has the authority to enter into any agreement for employment for a specified period of time or to make any agreement inconsistent with at-will employment.FlackTek anticipates the application window for this position will close approximately 30 days from the date the notice was posted. However, candidate flow and business needs may require the company to shorten or extend the application window.Requirements: