Accountant

Riverbanks Zoo & Garden; Columbia (SC); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Riverbanks Zoo & Garden in Columbia, SC is seeking an Accountant to manage procurement, capital projects, and asset reporting. The role works with the VP of Finance to ensure GAAP/GASB compliance and accurate contract administration.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's or Associate degree in accounting and at least five years of related experience, with attention to detail and strong communication. Candidates must pass background checks and obtain a SC driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Five+ years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, finance, or procurement.
• Pass a criminal and credit background check and have or obtain SC driver's license.

Responsabilités

• Assist VP of Finance in procurement for capital projects, PPE, contracts, and leases.
• Develop bid documents and manage solicitation processes, including advertisements and bidder questions.
• Review purchase orders and authorize procurement within policy; liaise between departments and vendors.
• Oversee receipt of goods and payments, resolve vendor discrepancies.
• Maintain capital asset ledger, depreciation, and annual roll forward for audits.
• Coordinate with State Insurance Reserve Fund to manage insurance coverage and renewals.
• Maintain master contracts list with terms and payment schedules.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and contribute to month-end close.
• Assist with ad hoc reporting as needed.

Connaissances

Detail oriented

Collaborative

Strong communication

Formation

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Description du poste

Posted: 10/22/2026
Salary: $$55,000-$60,000/yr; Commensurate with Experience

We are currently seeking an Accountant who will play an essential role in the procurement of capital projects, PPE, contractual services, and lease agreements. The Accountant will ensure compliance with the Riverbanks’ Procurement Policy, and will maintain asset reporting in accordance with GAAP and GASB standards. The Accountant will work closely with our VP of Finance to ensure accuracy and integrity in all aspects of procurement, contracts administration and asset management.

Essential Functions

• Work closely with the VP of Finance to develop bid documents for complex solicitations and requests for proposals. Place all required advertisements for solicitations. Conduct all bid/proposal meetings and address questions from bidders/proposers. Issue award and notify bidders/proposers. Provide contract administration throughout the duration of the contract.
• Work with staff in formulating specifications for equipment, materials, supplies, construction and services. Authorize purchases of equipment, goods and services for Riverbanks by reviewing and approving purchase orders within the scope of the Procurement Policy. Act as a liaison between departments, contractors and architects to contract capital construction, repairs, operational, professional and consulting services.
• Oversee receipt of goods and services and payment to vendor upon satisfying the terms, conditions and costs as outlined on the purchase order and any applicable contracts. Resolve discrepancies with vendors through written and verbal inquiries.
• Maintain a reconciliation of the Riverbanks’ capital and bond funds; track all capital expenditures by project or acquisition.
• Maintain capital assets in the accounting system, to include capitalizing acquisitions, reviewing the fixed asset ledger and recording disposals. Run annual depreciation. Provide an annual roll forward of acquisitions, disposals, and accumulated depreciation for the annual audit.
• Work with the VP of Finance and the State Insurance Reserve Fund to maintain the Zoo’s insurance coverage. Add insurable assets to property insurance, as acquired; work with underwriter to assign value. Remove assets as disposed. Prepare the annual insurance renewal package. Review insurance requirements within all legal agreements to verify coverage requirements are met.
• Maintain master contracts list, to include contract terms, payment terms, and detail of other contractual requirements.
• Prepare various balance sheet account reconciliations to verify account balances are accurate for month-end reporting. Serve as a key player in month-end close out by conducting a variety of analyses and recording journal entry ledger adjustments.
• Support the organization by compiling other ad hoc reporting, as assigned.

Education and Experience: A Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. We also welcome candidates who bring at least five years of relevant professional experience in accounting, auditing, finance or procurement.

The ideal candidate will have a detail-oriented mindset with a passion for accuracy, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. They will also have a collaborative attitude and strong communication skills. Must be able to pass a criminal and credit background check. Must have or be eligible to obtain a SC driver’s license.

We're not just looking for someone to fill a role. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about the work they do, who thrives on collaboration and complex challenges, and who is eager to contribute to an organization that makes a meaningful impact in the community. If you’re ready to take the next step in your financial career and be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and sustainability, we would love to hear from you!