Staff Accountant

Description

Staff Accountant

Location: Greeley, CO

Shift: Days

Reports to: Senior Accountant 

Employment Type: Full-time

Application Dateline: 12/15/2026

At 1888 Industrial Services, we envision a world where every family thrives in a clean and safe environment, and that is why our mission is to shape the future by creating sustainable, tailor-made solutions for different industries, especially for Oil and Gas; as a result, we look to enhance performance, maximize shareholder value, and minimize environmental impact.

We provide a fully integrated suite of engineering, fabrication, installation, maintenance, and transportation services. And we look for people who are constantly looking to improve themselves and are in alignment with our core values:

Creative Evolution: We believe we can create more positive, cleaner, and safer solutions for industries.

Passion for Excellence: Through innovation and diverse knowledge, we consistently look for better and more reliable ways to be sustainable.

Like Family, We Care for All: Caring for everyone is what makes all the difference. We support and help each other, working as a team with open communication.

Moved by Honor: We take accountability in our work, act with transparency and respect, and believe in always doing the right thing.

Position Summary:

1888 Industrial Services is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accurate financial reporting, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance. This position will play an important role in identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies, reconciling historical transactions, and improving the accuracy and reliability of financial records.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, experience investigating complex accounting issues, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties 

• Prepare journal entries, reconcile general ledger and balance sheet accounts, and support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Investigate historical accounting discrepancies, unreconciled balances, posting errors, and misclassifications; prepare recommended corrections.
• Maintain accurate supporting schedules and documentation for financial transactions and account reconciliations.
• Assist with fixed asset, depreciation, lease, and construction-in-progress accounting.
• Reconcile inventory records to the general ledger, investigate variances, and coordinate with operations to resolve discrepancies.
• Review job cost transactions to ensure accurate allocation of labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor expenses.
• Support financial reporting, audits, and compliance with established accounting policies and internal controls.
• Identify recurring accounting issues and recommend improvements to processes, documentation, and reporting accuracy.
• Maintain accurate financial information in Trimble Spectrum and assist with Excel-based financial analysis.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience, including complex reconciliations and accounting cleanup.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and GAAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, lookups, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently research discrepancies, document findings, and manage competing deadlines.
• Experience supporting HR in industrial, construction, oil & gas, transportation, or another field-based environment (preferred)
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus 
• Accounting experience in oil and gas, construction, or other job cost environments.
• Experience with Trimble Spectrum or a comparable ERP system.
• Familiarity with inventory, fixed asset, equipment cost, or lease accounting.
• Experience with Power Query, Spreadsheet Server, or similar reporting tools.
• Experience correcting historical accounting records across multiple reporting periods.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Frequently operates a computer and other standard office equipment. 
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working in an office environment. 
• Frequently communicates with employees, candidates, supervisors, and other team members in person, by phone, and electronically. 
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift or carry items weighing up to 25 pounds. 
• Work is primarily performed in an office environment; occasional travel to other company locations, project sites, fabrication facilities, or customer locations may be required. Periodic travel between company locations and occasional visits to project sites, fabrication facilities or customer locations may be required.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary: $55,000 to $65,000 annually depending on experience and qualifications

Overtime: Not eligible

Benefits:

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance including options for dependents

· Additional voluntary coverage options

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· Paid Family and Medical Leave

· 401(k) with company match

· Weekly accrued paid time off (PTO), sick time and paid holidays

Company Paid:

· 8 Holidays*

· $25,000 Life Insurance and AD&D

· Referral Program

1888 Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.