Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

As a member of the Accounting/Finance team, this position will have responsibilities of a full-charge general ledger accountant for the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine. Reporting directly to the Assistant Controller, the Staff Accountant will record financial transactions in the College’s general ledger as well as subledgers within various accounting applications. They will follow established internal controls to safeguard and keep financial data safe and confidential and ensure all records are organized and maintained in an electronic format that is retrievable by all team members.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Payment processing for accounts payable and employee reimbursements.
• Assist with managing company credit card accounts, including reconciliations.
• Various banking activities and monthly account reconciliations.
• Month-end close activities to include maintaining documentation for certain balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Year-end closing procedures and audit support for both the college and foundations.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP in all accounting entries.
• Development and maintenance of operational procedures and documentation of data flow.
• Maintain electronic records that are kept in an auditable, retrievable filing system.
• Assist with the maintenance of project codes and other maintenance of the accounting systems such as third-party solutions for accounts payable and purchase cards.
• Assist with the implementation of and compliance with financial internal controls and practice the safeguarding of company assets and confidentiality of financial information.
• Provide backup support for Student Accounts Receivable.
• Assist with special projects, as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None.

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in accounting or business management or equivalent experience.
• Intermediate (or higher) experience with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables or v-lookups to summarize data and compare data sets.
• Experience in a college environment or with non-profit accounting is preferred.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• A team player who values collaboration and mutual respect for others.
• Able to provide support during periods of increased work volume to maintain accounting flows necessary for day-to-day operations.
• A self-starter with the ability to organize and prioritize competing workloads in a timely and effective manner.
• Understands overall financial transactions and chart of accounts.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the propensity to research issues on their own.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize tasks and maintain accurate and complete records.
• Ability to analyze data and troubleshoot variances.
• Able to effectively develop written accounting procedures and financial reports as needed.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with strong team orientation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word applications.
• Working knowledge of Apple/Mac software and applications is a plus.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Winter Break)
• Family Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paternity Leave
• Child Care Assistance
• Continuing Education Funds
• Relocation