Staff Accountant- (Denver)

Description

Location: Denver, CO (Hybrid – this exempt role requires 1 day per week in office)

About Housing Connector

Housing Connector is a nonprofit working to expand access to housing by building partnerships between property owners, service providers, and public agencies. We focus on unlocking existing units by reducing financial and operational barriers that prevent people from being placed.

Since our founding, we’ve helped more than 12,000 individuals access housing and now operate across multiple markets nationwide, continuing to expand into new regions. This growth brings increasing operational and financial complexity, requiring strong systems, clear processes, and disciplined execution across programs and partners.

Our Accounting team plays a critical role in supporting this work. From managing high-volume transactions to ensuring accurate tracking across contracts and programs, the team enables the organization to operate efficiently, remain compliant, and scale responsibly.

Position Summary

The Staff Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations of Housing Connector, with primary responsibility for accounts payable, daily transaction recording, and preparation of key components of the month-end close.

This role owns high-volume financial processing and ensures timely, accurate recording of transactions across systems. The Staff Accountant also supports contract- and program-based accounting by applying established rules, coordinating with internal teams, and preparing documentation for invoicing and reporting.

This position works closely with the Senior Accountant, who provides direction, prioritization, and review of work, while this role is responsible for preparation, execution, and maintaining the day-to-day flow of accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Vendor Management

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable using Bill.com in a high-volume environment
• Process and code vendor invoices with accurate GL and class allocation
• Reconcile Bill.com activity with accounting systems on a monthly basis
• Maintain vendor records, including setup, updates, and ACH enrollment
• Follow up with vendors and internal teams to resolve payment issues and missing documentation
• Monitor and manage the accounting inbox and respond to inquiries 

Accounting Operations

• Record daily bank transactions and maintain accurate financial records
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for month-end close
• Support payroll-related accounting, including allocation tracking
• Assist with accounts receivable and funder invoicing by gathering documentation and preparing support
• Review transactions for proper coding and compliance with policies and contract requirements

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Support preparation of financial reports and schedules
• Assist with audit documentation and requests
• Apply established rules for expense allowability and documentation requirements
• Help maintain compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and internal controls

Systems & Process Improvement

• Work within systems including Sage Intacct, Bill.com, and related tools
• Maintain data integrity across systems such as Salesforce and Airtable
• Identify and support improvements to accounting workflows and documentation
• Contribute to system implementation efforts, including the transition to Sage Intacct

Requirements

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 2–4+ years of accounting experience, including accounts payable and general ledger work
• Experience with Bill.com or similar AP automation tools
• Proficiency in Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communication skills and ability to follow up with stakeholders

Preferred

• Nonprofit accounting experience
• Experience with Sage Intacct or QuickBooks
• Familiarity with Salesforce or Airtable
• Experience supporting payroll processes (ADP or similar)

Benefits

Housing Connector offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you at work and outside of it:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans with 100% employer-paid premiums for employees and 50% for partners and depende