Staff Accountant

LMLC OPERATIONS LLC • Bozeman, MT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Lone Mountain Land Company and Big Sky Real Estate Company develop and sell premier real estate communities around Big Sky, Montana, and oversee real estate activities at Spanish Peaks, Moonlight Basin, Big Sky Town Center, and other Southwest Montana projects. The Staff Accountant is a key member of the Bozeman accounting team, working across multiple entities, including owners’ associations, the community foundation, utility operations, and other operational entities.

The role executes core accounting processes, supports month-end close, and helps ensure accuracy and compliance in financial reporting. It requires solid technical accounting skills, a proactive mindset, discretion in handling sensitive financial information, and the ability to work effectively across teams. The position is located in the Bozeman accounting office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, or related experience in lieu of a completed degree program.
• Ability to manage multiple sets of books and prioritize deadlines across entities.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and core accounting processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret financial reports and budget variances.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills and the ability to collaborate with all levels of management.
• Commitment to confidentiality and data privacy.

Nice To Haves

• Fund accounting experience.
• Nonprofit, owners’ association (HOA/POA), or real estate accounting experience.
• Budget preparation experience.
• Experience with Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, Caliber, or another multi-entity accounting system.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end journal entries, recurring entries, and expense accruals accurately and on schedule across assigned entities.
• Prepare daily cash reports.
• Support month-end close and reconcile balance sheet accounts, including monthly bank and investment accounts.
• Maintain accounting files and documentation in accordance with company policy, GAAP, and IRS requirements.
• Prepare annual budgets and conduct ongoing budget-to-actual analysis for assigned entities.
• Research and respond to accounting and financial inquiries.
• Review tax returns.
• Prepare for internal and external audits, including refining accounting procedures.
• Prepare owner invoices and statements and post related owner payments.
• Process vendor invoices and payments, ensuring timely and accurate payment in partnership with the AP Specialist.
• Prepare monthly management and Board of Directors reports.
• Handle ad hoc general ledger and project needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
• Employer-paid employee life insurance.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance options.
• Employer-paid long-term disability.
• Employer-paid short-term disability.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Identity theft insurance.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Time Off.
• Free ski pass, subject to availability at time of hire.

What This Job Offers

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