Manager, Accounting

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At Regional Transportation District (RTD), We make lives better through connections!

When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. Come join RTD on this great journey to be the trusted leader in mobility, delivering excellence and value to our customers and community.

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(RTD Represented Employee Benefits: Please refer to the Labor Agreement included in the above link for details.)

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting
department, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting, and supporting organizational
goals through effective financial management. This role manages a team of accounting professionals,
implements process improvements, and partners with leadership to provide insights that drive
business decisions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL:

• Manage and oversee daily operations of the accounting team, including accounts payable,

• accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll, debt and investment and revenue reporting.

• Lead accounting implementation of ERP system.

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in compliance with GAAP and

• company policies.

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, and

• reporting and subsequent creation of annual ACFR and NTD report.

• Coordinate and support external and internal audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting

• requirements.

• Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies and procedures to improve efficiency and

• ensure compliance with internal controls.

• Analyze financial data and provide management with actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.

• Partner with cross-functional teams (finance, operations, HR, procurement) to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.

• Manage, coach, and develop accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Drive automation and process improvements to streamline reporting and increase efficiency.

• All job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.

• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, QuickBooks) and advanced proficiency in Excel.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

PREFERRED:

• CPA or CMA.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance.

• Proficiency with accounting software/ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.

• Skilled in financial analysis, forecasting, and internal controls.

• Strong leadership, communication, and team management abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, solve problems, and provide actionable insights.

• Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and continuous improvement.

OR:

An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.

• The work environment is a typical office environment with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues.

CAREER MAP:

Based on job performance, experience, education and position availability the next step on the career map for this position may be: Senior Accounting Manager

We are considering all applications for this position up until the position close date of 12/2/2025. For consideration, please be sure to apply before the posting end date.

Pay Range:

$92,003.00 - $129,954.50 Annual

EEO POLICY AND ADA ACCOMMODATIONS 

RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless to the race, sex, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. RTD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, promotions, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our Employment ADA Coordinator Kris Frazier at [email protected], or the Talent Acquisition team [email protected].

To learn more or see our EEO policy, please visit our EEO page at: [ https://www.rtd-denver.com/sites/default/files/files/2022-12/EEO%20Policy%20Statement-%20UPDATED.pdf ]

RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting.  Starting salary is based on the candidate’s relevant and verified education, training and work experience.  Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.