Accountant: GAAP Pro, Analytics & Process Improver

Intermountain Farmers Association (IFA; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision reimbursement plan

401K matching

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

Intermountain Farmers Association (IFA) is seeking an Accountant to join the corporate accounting team in Salt Lake City, Utah. The role supports the corporate accounting and finance department, maintains general ledger accounts, and helps develop financial statements and reports within a collaborative culture.

The ideal candidate will have an accounting degree (Associate required, Bachelor's preferred), strong MS Excel skills, and knowledge of US GAAP.

Qualifications

• High integrity and ability to work under pressure.
• Understanding of US GAAP in general ledger maintenance and reporting.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and related software.
• Ability to communicate both in writing and verbally with customers and store management.
• Demonstrated problem solving and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monthly close process and ensure journal entries and reconciliations are GAAP-compliant.
• Support external audits with documentation and inquiries.
• Reconcile cash accounts and maintain accuracy of financial records.
• Streamline accounting processes and document procedures.
• Analyze financial data and communicate findings with recommendations.
• Answer daily questions on transactions and payments from stores and customers.
• Respond to questions regarding internal accounting and reporting per company policies.
• Prepare and analyze accounting records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Participate in ad hoc projects as directed by management.

Skills

MS Excel proficiency

US GAAP understanding

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in accounting

Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Intermountain Farmers Association (IFA) is seeking an Accountant to join the corporate accounting team in Salt Lake City, Utah. The role supports the corporate accounting and finance department, maintains general ledger accounts, and helps develop financial statements and reports within a collaborative culture.

The ideal candidate will have an accounting degree (Associate required, Bachelor's preferred), strong MS Excel skills, and knowledge of US GAAP.