Accountant

Company: Rio Grande Co.

Position Title: Accountant
Department: Central Services
Reports To: Controller
FLSA Status: Salary

Location: Denver, CO

Position Summary

The General Accounting position is responsible for recording, cash management, posting recurring monthly journal entries and assisting with month/year end closing activities. Various balancing activities.

The position is also cross trained to support accounts payable and staff accountant duties. It is a fast-paced environment that has multiple companies so organization and teamwork is a must.

About Rio Grande Co.

Founded in 1893, Rio Grande Co. has proudly served the Denver and Rocky Mountain region for over 132 years. What began as a fuel and feed business has grown into a trusted distributor, fabricator, and building materials resource supporting construction projects across Colorado.

As a multi-generational, family-led company, members of the Peterson family – Erik, Elmer, Donald, and Bruce – have guided our growth and long-standing contribution to Colorado’s construction industry.

At Rio Grande Co., we build more than structures — we build teams, careers, and futures. What sets us apart:

• A family-founded culture that prioritizes people and relationships
• A workplace grounded in safety, respect, and accountability
• Transparent leadership and clear expectations
• Investment in employee development and training
• A commitment to doing the right thing for our employees, customers and communities

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare records of daily cash receipts and disbursements and make bank deposits.

• Post recurring journal entries such as payroll, health care and garage allocations.

• Book intercompany monthly expenses.

• Prepare W-9’s

• Work with the Controller and other team members in carrying out the general duties of the Finance/Accounting department.

• Back up for Accounts Payable, General Ledger, and DMV. Balancing of G/L accounts.

• Records management.

• Sales tax support.

• All other duties assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• 2 years’ general accounting experience
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience with SX Enterprise or other ERP system
• Great interpersonal/communication skills
• Effective in a team environment

Preferred

• Small business experience
• Construction industry experience
• Retail industry experience

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Typical office environment
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, bend, or reach materials as needed during inventory inspections.

Rio Grande Co. offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) Plan
• Discretionary Employer Matching & Profit Sharing
• Multiple medical plan options
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-paid and voluntary life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Accident and supplemental insurance
• Paid training and career development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Other value-added employee benefits

Additional compensation may include performance-based bonuses or incentives, depending on role-specific goals and company performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Rio Grande Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, in accordance with Colorado Department of Labor regulations.

Application Information

This position will remain open until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants has been identified. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early.