Accountant

North Idaho College; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 vacation days per year

12 sick days per year

14 paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

North Idaho College is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to maintain financial records and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. The role supports payroll, fixed assets, accounts payable/receivable, purchasing cards, and general accounting across programs.

The successful candidate will interpret complex regulations, work independently within a team, and communicate clearly with campus partners and external stakeholders. Campus site location is Coeur d'Alene.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years full-time equivalent related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Degree in Accounting or Business Administration is preferred.
• Experience in higher education, state or local government, grant-funded programs, or other highly regulated environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and subsidiary ledgers.
• Create journal entries to resolve errors.
• Support payroll accounting, fixed assets, accounts payable and receivable, purchasing cards, and general accounting functions.
• Assist grant-funded departments as primary financial contact, preparing reports, invoices, drawdowns, and compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with managers, vendors, and reporting agencies; provide training and backup support within the Office of Finance and Business.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Accounting/Business Administration degree preferred

Tools

ERP platforms

Job description

North Idaho College is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborativeAccountant to support the financial integrity of the collegeand its programs. This role plays a key part in maintainingaccurate financial records, supporting compliance, and providingclear, reliable financial information to campus partners andexternal stakeholders.

In this position, you'll prepare monthly reconciliations forbalance sheet accounts and subsidiary ledgers, researchdiscrepancies, and create journal entries to resolve errors. You'llhelp develop and maintain effective financial systems, forms, andprocedures that align with college policy and federal and stateregulations. The role includes hands-on work across payrollaccounting, fixed assets, accounts payable and receivable,purchasing cards, and general accounting functions. You'll alsosupport grant-funded departments by serving as a primary financialcontact, preparing reports, invoices, drawdowns, compliancedocumentation, and assisting with audits. Regular collaborationwith managers, vendors, and reporting agencies is an important partof the work, along with providing training and backup supportwithin the Office of Finance and Business.

We're looking for someone with a strong foundation in generallyaccepted accounting principles, excellent analytical andproblem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret complexregulations and financial guidance. The ideal candidate worksindependently while contributing to a cooperative team environment,communicates clearly with a wide range of audiences, and approachesdiscrepancies with diligence and sound judgment. Comfort learningnew financial systems, including ERP platforms, and proficiencywith standard office and computer tools are essential, along with apositive, service-oriented approach to supporting a diverse campuscommunity.

Enjoyexcellent benefits, including retirement

• 15 vacation days per year
• 12 sick days per year
• 14 paid holidays
• Tuition assistance

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimumof two years full-time equivalent related experience or equivalentcombination of education and experience is required.
• Degree in Accounting or Business Administration is preferred.
• Experience in higher education, state or local government,grant-funded programs, or other highly regulated environments is preferred.

Starting pay range:

$49,494 - $59,393

Pay Grade:

P5

Work Site Location:

Coeur d' Alene Campus

Work Schedule:

Mon-Thurs 7:30-5:00, Fri 7:30-2:30

Employment is contingent upon successful completion ofbackground check and proof of degree if required for thisposition.

Application materials include: resume, cover letter