Overview
Job Title: Accountant
Status: Full-time, Salaried, Exempt; Hybrid role (2 days in office, 3 days remote; may need additional days in office based on needs of the organization)
Reports To: Sr. Director of Operations / HR
Application note: Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Posting closes 10/20/2025.
About The Blue Bench
The Blue Bench is a community of survivors, allies, and advocates working to prevent sexual violence and build a safe and supportive metro Denver. We work collaboratively to provide accessible, survivor-centered support services and empowering education. Our hope is to create a world where sexual assault no longer exists. The Blue Bench supports and collaborates with an internally-represented union, The Alliance of Anti-Violence Advocates (A3) – The Blue Bench Workers United.
Position Summary
The Blue Bench is seeking an Accountant to serve as the organization\'s primary financial steward. This role oversees complete financial operations including accounting systems, grant management, and regulatory compliance. The position serves as Board Finance Committee liaison and collaborates with leadership on budgeting and organizational financial strategy. The ideal candidate combines nonprofit accounting expertise with strong analytical and communication skills, with an ability to synthesize and clearly communicate financial information and policies/procedures to team members, including those without a financial background. The candidate must support The Blue Bench\'s social justice mission.
Duties And Responsibilities
Financial Management
- Maintains financial records of the organization
- Management of GL; preparation of monthly A/P and A/R
- Prepares bank deposits and maintains related documentation
- Records all revenue, including cash, credit card and ACH transactions
- Performs monthly bank statement reconciliation
- Prepares and enters monthly journal entries
- Prepares and distributes monthly financial statements and budget variance reports
- Prepares financial packet for monthly finance committee and bi-monthly board review; presents financial statements at board meetings
- Oversees annual independent financial audit
- Reviews and maintains quarterly unemployment report filings
- Reviews annual 990 and related documents
- Prepares and distributes annual vendor 1099s
- Reviews and files annual Form 5500
- Leads annual budgeting process, working with ED and Leadership Team
- Creates and maintains agency and program budgets
- Maintains all grant financial activities and entries in accounting program
- Manages grant allocations and grant compliance, including grant financial reports
- Prepares cash flow projections and YE projections as requested
- Responds to financial questions and inquiries from donors, etc.
- Manages agency credit cards, payments, reconciliations, etc.
- Liaison to banking relationship manager, contract accountants, auditors, and vendors
- Communicates financial matters with Executive Director
- Identifies cost-saving opportunities and financial process improvements
Payroll
- Prepares and enters payroll; distributes payroll checks
- Reviews and distributes annual employee W-2s
- Monitors and maintains staff timesheets and PTO accruals
- Develops and maintains internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
Grants Management
- Maintains all government grant files and documentation; tracks restricted and unrestricted funding
- Prepares and submits monthly and quarterly financial reports/invoices
- Responds to financial inquiries and documentation requests
- Reviews, recommends and submits grant financial modification requests
- Updates and provides financial attachments for grant submissions (budgets, statements, 990, etc.)
- Leads federal bi-annual VOCA grant review
Job Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting required (Business Administration with accounting concentration considered)
- CPA license preferred
- Commitment to social justice and The Blue Bench mission
- Five years of related experience
- Knowledge of nonprofit operations and GAAP accounting principles
- Grant management and financial reporting experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with accounting software and computer systems
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to meet deadlines
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and provide thoughtful, diplomatic solutions
Compensation
This is a full-time, exempt position with an annualized salary range of $60,000 - $70,000. Salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits
The Blue Bench offers a comprehensive benefits package including employer contribution towards medical plans, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, vision, and other coverages, plus generous paid vacation, sick/wellness time, and paid holidays.
Our Commitment to Equity & Inclusion
The Blue Bench is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage people with disabilities, people of color, Indigenous people, and LGBTQ+ candidates to apply.
How To Apply
Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter and supporting materials to jobs@thebluebench.org with the subject line “Accountant position.” Priority deadline to apply: October 20, 2025.
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