Accounting Assistant Jobs in Colorado
Accounting Assistant jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where finance, healthcare, and government sectors drive consistent demand for both entry-level and experienced candidates. Large employers with deep Colorado roots, including UCHealth, Lockheed Martin, and the State of Colorado, regularly hire accounting assistants across accounts payable, payroll processing, and general ledger support. The market is active year-round, with particular demand for candidates familiar with government fund accounting and healthcare billing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Accounting & Project Administrator provides accounting, project administration, and support to the operations manager. This position works closely with Project Managers, Operations Manager and administrative staff to support project setup and billing, financial reporting, accounts payable, employee onboarding, and general office operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounting & Financial Support
- Maintain and reconcile fixed asset records and assist with tracking additions, disposals, and other fixed asset activity.
- Maintain and reconcile prepaid expenses, including lease payments.
- Prepare and maintain utilization reports and assist with monitoring financial and operational metrics.
- Maintain and assist with backlog reporting.
- Perform project billing for multiple Project Managers, ensuring invoices are prepared accurately and timely.
- Enter accounts payable invoices and perform AP review and reconciliation.
- Monitor accounts payable aging and assist with coordinating vendor payments.
- Review and approve employee expense reports for accuracy, documentation, and compliance with company requirements.
Project Administration & Reporting
- Set up new projects within the company’s project/accounting system, including project budgets, phases, and tasks.
- Maintain project information and make updates as project requirements change.
- Prepare and distribute project financial and operational reports for Project Managers.
- Work with Project Managers to address questions related to project setup, billing, budgets, backlog, and reporting.
- Assist with maintaining accurate and complete project records.
Human Resources Support
- Provide administrative assistance with the new-hire onboarding process.
- Coordinate pre-employment requirements, including drug screening and DMV.
- Provide additional HR administrative support as needed.
Marketing & Office Support
- Provide administrative support and assist Operations Manager with marketing initiatives, including coordinating and ordering company swag and materials for conferences and events.
- Assist with planning and organizing company events, including the summer picnic, holiday/Christmas parties, and other employee events.
- Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned by Operations Manager.
Qualifications
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Previous experience in accounting, project administration, or a professional services environment preferred.
- Experience with accounts payable, project billing, expense reporting, and financial reconciliations.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and other Microsoft 365 applications.
- Experience with project-based accounting. Unanet experience helpful.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple deadlines and responsibilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively and professionally with Project Managers, employees, vendors, and other internal stakeholders.
- Ability to handle financial, employee, and other confidential information appropriately.
Key Competencies
- Accounting and numerical accuracy
- Project administration
- Organization and time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Initiative and follow-through
- Written and verbal communication
- Ability to manage competing priorities
- Teamwork and cross-functional support
NewFields Mining Design & Technical Services offers a fun working environment with competitive benefits, vacation, sick, holiday and a flexible work from home schedule. This is not a remote position.
The Accounting & Project Administrator provides accounting, project administration, and support to the operations manager. This position works closely with Project Managers, Operations Manager and administrative staff to support project setup and billing, financial reporting, accounts payable, employee onboarding, and general office operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounting & Financial Support
- Maintain and reconcile fixed asset records and assist with tracking additions, disposals, and other fixed asset activity.
- Maintain and reconcile prepaid expenses, including lease payments.
- Prepare and maintain utilization reports and assist with monitoring financial and operational metrics.
- Maintain and assist with backlog reporting.
- Perform project billing for multiple Project Managers, ensuring invoices are prepared accurately and timely.
- Enter accounts payable invoices and perform AP review and reconciliation.
- Monitor accounts payable aging and assist with coordinating vendor payments.
- Review and approve employee expense reports for accuracy, documentation, and compliance with company requirements.
Project Administration & Reporting
- Set up new projects within the company’s project/accounting system, including project budgets, phases, and tasks.
- Maintain project information and make updates as project requirements change.
- Prepare and distribute project financial and operational reports for Project Managers.
- Work with Project Managers to address questions related to project setup, billing, budgets, backlog, and reporting.
- Assist with maintaining accurate and complete project records.
Human Resources Support
- Provide administrative assistance with the new-hire onboarding process.
- Coordinate pre-employment requirements, including drug screening and DMV.
- Provide additional HR administrative support as needed.
Marketing & Office Support
- Provide administrative support and assist Operations Manager with marketing initiatives, including coordinating and ordering company swag and materials for conferences and events.
- Assist with planning and organizing company events, including the summer picnic, holiday/Christmas parties, and other employee events.
- Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned by Operations Manager.
Qualifications
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Previous experience in accounting, project administration, or a professional services environment preferred.
- Experience with accounts payable, project billing, expense reporting, and financial reconciliations.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and other Microsoft 365 applications.
- Experience with project-based accounting. Unanet experience helpful.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple deadlines and responsibilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively and professionally with Project Managers, employees, vendors, and other internal stakeholders.
- Ability to handle financial, employee, and other confidential information appropriately.
Key Competencies
- Accounting and numerical accuracy
- Project administration
- Organization and time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Initiative and follow-through
- Written and verbal communication
- Ability to manage competing priorities
- Teamwork and cross-functional support
NewFields Mining Design & Technical Services offers a fun working environment with competitive benefits, vacation, sick, holiday and a flexible work from home schedule. This is not a remote position.
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- Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field
- Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle
- Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general ledger functions
- Strong Excel skills including pivot tables and formula-based reporting
- Familiarity with Colorado state tax codes and local business tax filings
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for cross-departmental coordination
Accounting Assistant Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a accounting assistant in Colorado?
Accounting assistants in Colorado typically enter the field with an associate or bachelor's degree in accounting or a related business discipline from a Colorado community college or university. The role carries no state-issued license, but candidates who earn the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers certification or a QuickBooks ProAdvisor credential stand out. Many Colorado employers, particularly in Denver's government and healthcare sectors, prefer candidates with coursework in Colorado tax compliance or fund accounting.
Which companies hire accounting assistants in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring accounting assistants in Colorado include Snaxland, Kulin CPA, and Chronos Builders, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's mix of government agencies, healthcare networks, and aerospace and defense contractors creates steady, year-round demand for accounting support roles.
Which Colorado cities have the most accounting assistant jobs?
Denver, Woodland Park, and Englewood have the most accounting assistant openings in Colorado. Denver dominates as the state's financial and administrative center, home to the state government, large hospital systems, and corporate headquarters, while Colorado Springs and Boulder generate openings through defense contractors, tech firms, and university-affiliated organizations that maintain substantial back-office accounting teams.
Are there remote accounting assistant jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than many comparable office roles. About 17% of accounting assistant openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based and software-driven nature of the work. Accounts payable processing, invoice reconciliation, and payroll data entry are the functions most commonly offered on a remote or hybrid basis by Colorado employers.
How can I get hired as a accounting assistant in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an accounts payable or billing clerk role, which large Colorado employers such as UCHealth, the Colorado Department of Personnel and Administration, and regional credit unions regularly post as true entry-level positions. Community college accounting programs at Front Range Community College or Pikes Peak State College often have direct relationships with local employers. Earning a QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification before applying gives candidates a concrete, verifiable skill that compensates for limited work history.
Where can I find and apply to accounting assistant jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to accounting assistant jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Colorado employers. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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