Accountant I

Location: Billings, MT Downtown Tower. What’s Important To You We design our compensation and benefits package to provide employees and families with choice. Generous PTO, child care assistance, exercise reimbursement, and more. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) in addition to paid federal holidays. Child Care Assistance Program for eligible dependent(s). Exercise reimbursement program for employees. We encourage you to apply. Reach for what you want and tell us why you are a natural fit for #TeamFirstInterstate . Summary The Accountant I – Corporate Accounting is responsible for the financial functions and activities of First Interstate BancSystem, Inc. and its subsidiaries, including general accounting, reporting, and mergers and acquisitions. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Collaborates with managers in the field to ensure proper understanding of accounting treatment and ensures items are accounted for properly. Assists branch management as needed with financial information requests. Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare journal entries for assigned accounts and areas. Maintains organized, accurate and complete accounting records, electronically and hard copies, as necessary. Documents desktop procedures and workflow for assigned areas of responsibility. Masters desk procedures in performing tasks and understands the purpose and connectivity of the task. Participates in cross training efforts for developmental purposes and departmental coverage. Maintains, analyzes, and reconciles assigned GL accounts. Prepares multiple monthly balance sheet reconciliations. Identifies and resolves accounting discrepancies and irregularities. Conducts ongoing reviews of accounting procedures, systems, and processes to ensure efficiency and implementation of best practices. Performs ad-hoc requests as needed. Answers and resolves internal and external audit inquiries. Assists with preparing external reporting and external audit PBC requests for quarterly reviews and year-end audits. Ensures that all processing and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved. Develops trustworthy relationships with colleagues and maintains relationships with lines of business to provide appropriate information to assist in the achievement of company goals. Assists FP&A team with variance and trend analysis. Acts as a back-up on month‑end duties assigned to other accountants. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Demonstrate skill in use of microcomputer, financial software and spreadsheets. Proficiency of utilizing Word and Excel. Possess required technical skills in the area of accounting. Strive to improve efficiencies and quality. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and teamwork skills. Ability to organize and prioritize workload with high level of attention to detail. Ability to work independently with minimal direction in routine job functions. Knowledge of accounting theory, principles and practices sufficient to apply the Company’s accounting policies and procedures. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, financial reports, legal documents, technical procedures, and government regulations. Applies oral and written communication in a clear and concise manner. Uses effective communication skills in working with co‑workers and internal customers. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to develop solutions. Exhibit sound and accurate judgment. Demonstrate common sense and logic in day‑to‑day activities. Education And/Or Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required 1–3 years accounting or finance experience required Public accounting experience or a blend of public and industry accounting experience preferred License(s) and Certifications Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA track preferred Physical Demands And Working Environment Dexterity of hands/fingers to operate computer keyboard and mouse frequently Sitting frequently Standing occasionally Noise level moderate Typical work hours M‑F (8‑5) Regular and predictable attendance required #J-18808-Ljbffr First Interstate