Staff Accountant
About Us
The Colorado Rockies Baseball Club is embracing the climb, committed to building a championship-caliber organization on the field, in the clubhouse, and throughout our business operations. Playing at altitude presents unique competitive challenges and opportunities, and we embrace innovation, collaboration, and evidence-based practices to support elite performance. Rooted in the traditions of America’s pastime, we operate with integrity, service, quality, and trust while striving to create an exceptional experience for our players, staff, and fans.
Position Summary
The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting core accounting operations, including financial reporting, reconciliations, and general ledger activity. This role plays a key part in retail and ticketing accounting, tax compliance, and event-related financial activities.
This position will work extensively within the organization’s ERP system (Sage), supporting ongoing system optimization and playing a role in the upcoming migration to an upgraded ERP platform. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, experience working in ERP environments, and the ability to adapt to evolving systems and processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Record daily retail store deposits and monthly cost of sales entries within the ERP system (Sage)
- Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations for ticketing and retail operations (Rally Store and Authentics)
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments across multiple entities
- Process ticket refund payments in coordination with the Ticketing Department
- Prepare and remit sales and use tax filings (State of Colorado, City of Denver, and other applicable jurisdictions)
- Support accounting and financial tracking for concerts and other non-baseball events at Coors Field
- Assist in maintaining the integrity and accuracy of financial data within the ERP system
- Support system enhancements, process improvements, and testing efforts related to the upcoming ERP migration
Additional Responsibilities
- Perform balance sheet account reconciliations and variance analysis
- Provide backup support for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
- Support preparation of monthly and year-end financial reporting packages
- Assist with year-end audits, including financial statement and revenue sharing audits
- Complete vendor setup documentation, including W-9s and payment instructions
- Prepare meals and entertainment reporting for tax compliance
- Support other accounting, reporting, and finance projects as needed
Job Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or combination of equivalent experience
- 1–3+ years of accounting experience in a high-volume or multi-entity environment preferred.
- Experience working within an ERP system (Sage, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar); experience with system implementations or migrations is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reconciliation functions
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion
- Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new systems, tools, and processes
Work Environment & Schedule
- On-site, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Occasional overtime during peak periods and special events
- Minimal travel required
- Primarily sedentary, computer-based work
Physical job requirements:
- Must be able to sit for extended periods; occasionally standing and walking.
- Must be able to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment.
- Must be able to read screens, reports, and documents.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in person and via telephone.
- Must be able to occasionally lift and move up to 15 lbs (files, office supplies, etc.).
- Must be able to traverse within an office environment, access file cabinets, and use standard office equipment.
- Must have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to process large volumes of data.
Salary range:
- This role will pay an hourly rate between $28.85 and $33.65 (equivalent to approximately, $60K to $70K annually). This is a regular-status, full-time, hourly, non-exempt position.
- As a candidate for this position, your salary and related elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, job-related skills, and any other factors the Colorado Rockies consider relevant to the hiring decision for this position.
- In addition to the base salary, the Club believes in providing a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package for its employees. Benefits include but are not limited to Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, generous vacation and holiday program, employee parking, employer-provided game tickets to home games, onsite fitness classes and experiences, employee discounts on merchandise, and so much more! All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of official plan documents, which may be modified or amended at any given time.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis but must be received by May 19th.
- The estimated completion time for the hiring process is July 2nd.
- Please note this is just an estimate, and the recruiting process may be extended or removed at any time.
For current Colorado Rockies employees:
- Apply via the internal job board in UKG by following these prompts: MENU > MYSELF > VIEW OPPORTUNITIES > select the position > CONSENT > APPLY NOW.
- If you are unable to access UKG, please list your most recent Manager as an Employee Reference on your application.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Rockies baseball is for everyone! We pride ourselves on hiring, developing, and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment or promotion without regard to race (including, but limited to, traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length and/or protective hairstyles), color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, ancestry age (40+), creed, religion, disability, veteran status, pregnancy/childbirth and related conditions, or any other category or activity protected by law. In addition, we will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities in compliance with the ADA. All employment and promotion decisions will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.
The Colorado Rockies participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
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