Staff Accountant

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 College. Reporting directly to the Assistant Controller, staff accountant(s) will record financial transactions in College’s general ledger accounting platform/software, follow established internal controls to safeguard and keep financial data safe and confidential, and ensure all records are maintained in an electronic format that is retrievable by all team members.
Maintenance of Capital Asset(s) accounting.
Payment processing for accounts payable and employee reimbursements.
Management of 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.
Ensure compliance with GAAP in all accounting entries.
Development and maintenance of operational procedures and documentation of data flow.
Keep up to date on laws, regulations, and compliance requirements related to accounting transactions and basic organizational tax requirements such as sales and use tax.
Maintain electronic records that are kept in an auditable, retrievable filing system.
Contribute to the creation of monthly, quarterly and year-end financial reports, to include entering general journal entries, analyzing variances and providing various reporting. 
Support the creation and implementation of the College’s annual budget, recording transactions, and importing data into budgeting software.
Assist with the maintenance of project codes and other maintenance of the accounting systems such as third-party solutions for accounts payables and purchase cards.
Assist with the implementation of and complying with financial internal controls and practice the safeguarding of company assets and confidentially of financial information.
Assist with writing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures, as requested.
Assist with special projects, as requested.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree, from an accredited institution, in accounting or business management or equivalent experience
A minimum of three years’ experience with responsibility processing transactions, posting into the general ledger and subledgers as well as performing month and year end processes
Intermediate (or higher) experience with Microsoft Excel, to include pivot tables or v-lookups to summarize data and compare datasets
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
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