Staff Accountant at Denver Metro Chamber Of – Denver, Colorado

Together, we’re building a vibrant economy here in Colorado. For 157 years, we’ve helped take metro Denver to new heights – our bustling downtown, world-class airport, and light rail system. Everything we’re doing now helps ensure our region will accomplish even more in the future.

A vibrant economy takes strong businesses, and we’re all about ensuring you have what you need to thrive: A business-friendly environment. A talented and skilled workforce. A forum for connecting and collaborating with others. We advance what’s best for business and employees so the region and economy can continue to soar.

We are on our way to becoming an even better place for doing business. With our resources and support, nothing can stop businesses and leaders from always reaching higher.

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant supports the financial health and operational excellence of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce by ensuring accurate and timely recording, analysis, and reporting for multiple revenue streams within the Chamber. Additionally, this role supports the month-end closing cycle as well as collaborating in FP&A and billing processes. The position also assists with internal/external audit requirements and budget preparation for the Chamber, the Leadership Foundation, and other affiliates. The Staff Accountant works closely with multiple Chamber departments to provide accurate and timely financial data for daily operations and long-term planning.

Key Responsibilities

Revenue Operations

• Lead billing cycle for a variety of departments, with processes to include invoicing, payment plan initiation, and validation of revenue received.
• Maintain accurate and consistent A/R aging and receivables outreach.
• Assist in analyzing membership trends, revenue performance, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Accurately prepare and record monthly revenue recognition entries.
• Lead the recognition and tracking of non-cash/in-kind donations and agreements.
• Track and communicate complex system of member benefits fulfillment with multiple departments.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate revenue workflows.
• Assist with system implementations or enhancements related to revenue, billing, or ERP tools.
• Partner with the Sales team to resolve billing issues, adjustments, and member status updates.

General Accounting

• Accurate preparation of monthly bank and investment reconciliations.
• Review, prepare and post monthly journal entries.
• Help produce monthly financial statements, revenue reports, and financial data.
• Assist with review and approval of payables and purchasing card charges.
• Partner in budget process, including initiation of annual budget and proforma plus consistent year-round budget reviews with multiple teams.
• Support internal customers through the creation, tracking, and monitoring of budgets for Chamber events and programs.
• Assist in preparing revenue reports, dashboards, and supporting analysis for leadership and program managers.
• Track and monitor restricted, temporarily restricted, and unrestricted funding to ensure proper classification and release of restrictions.
• Support the preparation of financial reports for funders, ensuring accuracy and alignment with grant budgets.
• Oversee the dissemination of charitable tax letters.
• Assist in strengthening internal controls and developing consistent financial policies and procedures to mitigate risk.
• Support audit preparation with schedules and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and nonprofit accounting standards.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2 – 5 years accounting experience - nonprofit preferred.
• Understanding of nonprofit GAAP.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and fund accounting.
• Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM system.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, Sage, GP or similar).
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all deliverables.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-financial audiences.
• Ability to interpret complex data and identify actionable insights.

Title: Staff Accountant
Department: Finance
Reports To: Director of Accounting
Location: Metro Denver
FLSA Status: Exempt

DENVER METRO CHAMBER BENEFITS SUMMARY

DMCC has created a workplace culture that allows our team to focus on excellent work. We are proud to offer comprehensive benefits and work continually to identify ways to improve.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
• Rx Coverage
• Flexible Spending
• 401K and up to 4% match
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Legal Shield
• Generous PTO
• Paid Volunteer Hours
• Paid Holidays

Because of our commitment to fair, and equitable pay, we are guided by pay transparency. Meaning, we set salary ranges based on competitive market data. Our intent is to be up front will all candidates about the salary range for their role so candidates can be confident that they are receiving competitive wages.

The Chamber and its affiliates are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees. Employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.