Temporary Finance & Accounting Assistant

Stinker Stores, Inc. • Boise, ID

16d • Onsite

About The Position

The Temporary Finance & Accounting Assistant is an opportunity to dip your toes
(and spreadsheets) into the exciting world of corporate finance! You'll get a
behind the scenes look at how every part of retail business operations connects
through finance- because yes, even snacks and sodas have a story to tell in the
numbers. As part of the Stinker Stores Finance Department, you'll tackle
accounting and clerical tasks like data entry, research, technical assistance,
special projects, and problem solving- basically, all the fun stuff that keeps
the financial wheels turning (and the coffee flowing)!

About Stinker

Founded in 1936, Stinker is everyone’s first choice for work, convenience, food,
family, and fun! Located across Idaho, Colorado, and Wyoming, Stinker is a
family-owned, people-focused convenience leader. Led by our Skunktastik Mascot,
Polecat Pete, Stinker’s purpose is to make our world a better place by being a
bright spot in the lives we touch- one employee, one customer, and one community
at a time. Plus, we don't take ourselves too seriously- come on, we have a skunk
as a mascot! We look for opportunities to have fun each day and ensure we make
decisions that put our people first.

Now, what's in it for you when you join Pete’s Posse? Well, not only do you get
to work with an amazing crew, but you also get a whole bunch of perks that makes
life smell even sweeter. We're all about taking care of our people, and here’s
how we do it:

Requirements

• Good understanding of accounting terminology, practices, and math skills.
• Ability to analyze, research, and explain financial information in ways non-financial people can understand (read: convince non-finance people that Finance is fun!).
• Solution-focused thinking. We get 5 minutes to complain and then we figure out how to move forward.
• Proficient use of ten-key, mainframe, computers, telephones, and other office equipment.
• Ability to learn new concepts and stay organized, with attention to detail while multitasking (There are a lot of moving pieces and skunks headed in every direction!).
• Ability to complete projects in a timely manner and escalate any issues to Leadership.
• Educational experience in accounting or finance related programs, Junior or Senior status preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, both within the company and externally.
• Must be comfortable working in an office environment surrounded by furry friends (that’s right, we’re dog friendly!).
• Work is performed under normal office working conditions in a temperature-controlled environment, may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal.

Responsibilities

• Maintain activity and payment spreadsheets by keeping the details of electronic payments in line—credit cards, debit cards, gift cards, EBT, truck fleet payments, WEX... you name it. It’s all about keeping the stink under control with sharp tracking skills.
• Keep track of rental schedules, collect payments, and sniff out any overdue payments.
• Prepare and process accounts receivable statements by wrangling overdue payments, monitoring aging reports, and, when necessary, sending bad debts to the collection agency.
• Gas vouchers are a real stench if they’re not submitted on time, so ensuring they get to the right agencies promptly is a must.
• Stay on the lookout for ways to sniff out inefficiencies and improve operations- whether it’s cutting turnaround times, streamlining workflows, or just making sure everything smells like roses.
• Deliver excellent customer service when communicating with outside vendors, it’s the stinker way!
• Dive into duties assigned by department leadership with a nose for detail and a stinkin’ awesome attitude.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay with merit-based raises, and profit sharing twice a year- because when the company does well, we celebrate with you!
• Access to the DailyPay app- so you can access your hard-earned cash whenever life strikes, in advance of regular paydays.
• Referral Rewards-you can earn cash by referring friends to join the Stinker team, if your friend gets hired! Your friends get a great job, and you get a sweet reward!
• Free Virtual Medical Services through Teladoc, so you can handle minor health issues from the comfort of your home.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to help you with life’s challenges- whether it’s managing stress, tackling financial issues, or navigating legal questions, the EAP provides support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed