Staff Accountant

Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine•Meridian, ID

About The Position

As a member of the Accounting/Finance team, the Staff Accountant serves as a full-charge general ledger accountant for the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine. Reporting directly to the Assistant Controller, this role records financial transactions in the College’s general ledger and subledgers within various accounting applications. The Staff Accountant follows established internal controls to safeguard confidential financial data and ensures records are organized and maintained in an electronic format that is retrievable by team members.

Requirements

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 VLOOKUPs to summarize data and compare data sets.
Ability to work collaboratively and provide support during periods of increased work volume.
Ability to organize and prioritize competing workloads in a timely and effective manner.
Understanding of financial transactions and the chart of accounts.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to research issues independently.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and maintain accurate, complete records.
Ability to analyze data and troubleshoot variances.
Ability to develop written accounting procedures and financial reports as needed.
Effective oral and written communication skills and a strong team orientation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a college environment or with nonprofit accounting.
Working knowledge of Apple/Mac software and applications.

Responsibilities

Process accounts payable payments and employee reimbursements.
Assist with managing company credit card accounts, including reconciliations.
Perform banking activities and monthly account reconciliations.
Complete month-end close activities, including maintaining documentation for designated balance sheet and income statement accounts.
Perform year-end closing procedures and provide audit support for the College and foundations.
Ensure accounting entries comply with GAAP.
Develop and maintain operational procedures and document data flow.
Maintain electronic records in an auditable, retrievable filing system.
Assist with maintaining project codes and accounting systems, including third-party accounts payable and purchase card solutions.
Assist with implementing and complying with financial internal controls, safeguarding company assets, and protecting the confidentiality of financial information.
Provide backup support for Student Accounts Receivable.
Assist with special projects as requested and perform other duties as assigned.