About Us

Ampersand Brands is a growing portfolio of beloved confectionery brands, including Hammond’s Candies, the iconic hand-crafted candy maker, and Lolli & Pops, a premium retail and gifting brand with a national presence. The company is backed by strong growth ambitions, combining innovation, brand storytelling, and operational excellence to expand its reach and solidify its position as a leading player in the U.S. confections industry.

Senior Accountant — Lolli Close & Consolidated Balance Sheet Reconciliations

What You'll Do

Under the direction of the VP Corporate Controller, own the full-cycle monthly close for Lolli & Pops and all consolidated balance sheet reconciliations across both brands. Assist the VP Corporate Controller in building a robust finance and accounting team, with direct exposure to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

•     Own the full-cycle monthly close for Lolli & Pops, including general ledger, bank reconciliations, accounts payable to GL reconciliation, accruals, and prepaid schedules.

•     Own ASC 842 lease accounting across the store portfolio, including ROU assets and lease liabilities.

•     Under VP Corporate Controller direction, own all consolidated balance sheet reconciliations across both brands, including bank accounts, intercompany eliminations, accruals, ASC 842 ROU assets and lease liabilities, prepaid schedules, fixed assets, CapEx, and inventory.

•     Own fixed assets, sales tax accruals, and intercompany transactions.

•     Reconcile credit card and merchant activity (e.g., Ramp) and prepare related accruals.

•     Prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP for VP Corporate Controller review.

•     Streamline and improve close processes within Business Central.

•     Partner with the VP Corporate Controller in building a robust finance and accounting team.

•     Assist with ad hoc projects and analysis as directed by the VP Corporate Controller.

Requirements

•     Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred.

•     5+ years of progressive accounting experience with full-cycle close ownership; multi-entity experience preferred.

•     Strong technical GAAP knowledge, including ASC 842 lease accounting and intercompany / consolidation experience.

•     Public accounting experience preferred; mix of public and industry ideal.

•     High Excel proficiency; ERP experience required (Business Central a plus).

•     Comfortable interacting with internal and external senior-level executives.

•     Self-starter with a collaborative ethic, flexible approach, and ability to meet close deadlines.

•     On-site position, five days per week, Denver, CO.