Compliance Accountant (Entry-Level | Recent Graduates Welcome)
The Compliance Accountant at Confidential Client is an entry-level full-time role focused on managing accounts receivable and ensuring accurate assessment reporting and payments. This position offers recent graduates an opportunity to develop foundational accounting skills while working independently and collaboratively to support compliance and financial operations within the organization. The role includes hybrid remote work flexibility and involves direct communication with clients, vendors, and regulatory bodies.
About Careertakes
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Role overview
Confidential Client (Accounting & Finance) is seeking a full-time Compliance Accountant. This entry-level role is ideal for recent accounting graduates or early-career accountants who want hands-on experience in accounts receivable, assessment reporting, and compliance. The position is based in Commerce City, CO and offers a competitive salary range of $70,000–$80,000. Hybrid work available (remote Wednesdays and Fridays). Anticipated start: early January 2027.
What You’ll Do
- Process daily cash receipts and upload assessment receipts into accounting systems
- Maintain handler accounts and prepare regular reports
- Perform monthly balancing of assessment funds
- Invoice and collect outstanding assessments; identify and pursue delinquent accounts
- Research and calculate seed certification and state-collected amounts for assessments
- Work with state managers and USDA on compliance and collection activities
- Regularly review external listings to identify new handlers and prepare new-handler packets
- Use exception reports and reconciliations to identify problem accounts
- Collaborate with staff to collect on receivables over 30 days old
- Perform other duties as assigned and take ownership of assigned responsibilities
Qualifications
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field — recent graduates encouraged to apply
- Accounts receivable experience preferred (including internships or part-time roles)
- Solid foundational understanding of accounting or auditing principles (from coursework or experience)
- Comfortable contacting external stakeholders about sensitive financial matters (e.g., handlers, vendors, state partners)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel especially) and strong computer skills
- Good basic math skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, and timely follow-up
- Analytical problem-solver who can investigate issues and act independently after onboarding
- Able to work autonomously while contributing as a collaborative team member
Schedule & Location
- Work location: Commerce City, Colorado (hybrid)
- Typical schedule: Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; Friday 8:00 AM–1:30 PM
- Remote flexibility: Opportunity to work remotely Wednesdays and Fridays
- Anticipated start date: Early January 2027
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $70,000–$80,000 per year (posted in compliance with applicable pay-transparency laws)
- Eligible for full benefits, generous 401(k) company match, paid time off, and 11 paid holidays
- Company-funded wellness savings account
- $200 clothing stipend for branded gear
- Positive, collaborative culture with autonomy and professional development opportunities
- Perks: on-site snacks, employee clubs (eco-conscious, book club), and occasional early Friday closures
Why you’ll like working here
- Build hands-on accounting and compliance experience early in your career
- Supportive team environment focused on growth and mentorship
- Meaningful work that supports an industry-wide mission through accurate assessment reporting and collections
- Hybrid schedule that supports work-life balance
Other important information
- This role will require occasional sensitive financial conversations with external partners; professionalism and tact are essential.
- The Confidential Client is committed to reasonable accommodations during the application and hiring process. If you need an accommodation, please let the recruiting team know.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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