Accountant I

Clearwater Paper and Manchester Industries • Lewiston, ID

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a hybrid role based in Lewiston, ID. Where you will work Lewiston is Clearwater Paper’s original manufacturing facility and home to nearly 700 dedicated team members who power our site. Together, we make paperboard used in products across the United States, including food packaging, plates, cups and more. Home to the first mill that produced poster board from wood waste, the site currently operates two paper machines, two extruders, two power boilers and two recovery boilers. Located where the Snake and Clearwater rivers meet on the Idaho-Washington border, Lewiston offers an active outdoor lifecycle with easy access to fishing, boating, hiking and camping. The region’s milder climate means more rain than snow in the winter and long, sunny days in the summer. Living here means you’ll be close to Lewis-Clark State College, University of Idaho, Washington State University, and Walla Walla Community College, as well as strong local K–12 school districts. What you will do As the Accountant I, you are responsible for performing accounting projects, month-end closing tasks, assisting in the day-to-day maintenance of complete and accurate general ledger account balances, and preparing account reconciliations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• Up to 2 years of experience in principles of accounting including detailed transactions, posting to leger, account reconciliations and analysis, etc.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel knowledge
• Basic proficiency in using available tools/systems to create queries and related reporting
• Attention to detail, excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with individuals across the organization
• Willingness to cross-train on other accounting related functions to provide back-up and vacation coverage

Nice To Haves

• Experience using an enterprise accounting system preferred
• Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
• High degree of business curiosity; quick learner with a proactive and agile mindset
• Able to think strategically and act tactically

Responsibilities

• Month End Closing Responsible for the proper accounting and month-end closing of specific sections of the general ledger
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts
• Participate in the monthly financial statement close
• Prepare and enter journal entries in compliance with GAAP.
• Prepare supporting documentation and reconciliations for journal entries.
• Calculate and post monthly accruals and deferrals
• Financial Reporting Responsible for querying financial data, creating reports, and performing analyses of financial results
• Provide financial reporting and corporate accounting information in a timely manner for internal management reporting.
• Assist management in the preparation of reporting for use in managing the business
• Controls & Procedures Provide information as requested by the internal and external auditors in a timely manner. This includes detailed account reconciliations and communicating the nature of transactions that have been entered into certain general ledger accounts
• Review and maintain historical data in accordance with corporate records retention policy
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes Oxley procedures and ensure an effective system of internal controls

Benefits

• We prioritize an exceptional workplace experience, offering a comprehensive total reward package.
• Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and more, generally begin after 30 days.
• Our paid time off includes vacation days, personal days, and company holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level