Accountant I

City of Idaho Falls; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

PERSI retirement

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The City of Idaho Falls is seeking an entry-level Accountant I to perform professional accounting and financial analysis, monthly reporting, internal control development, and budget preparation for city departments and the annual financial report. Under general supervision, you will prepare journal entries, analyze accounts, assist with payroll, and support auditors during the audit process.

A bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is required, with potential graduation within six

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or public finance, or will graduate within six months of hire.
• Working knowledge of municipal accounting, accounting systems, and Excel.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities; ability to prepare accurate reports.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and budgets for City departments and the annual audit.
• Prepare journal entries including interdepartmental transfers, expenditures, revenues, depreciation, receivables, and payables.
• Analyze account activity and reconcile general ledger and subsidiary ledgers to ensure data integrity.
• Assist with payroll processing and reporting.
• Prepare year-end audit work papers and coordinate with auditors.

Skills

Excel

Financial analysis

Verbal & written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

General ledger software

Job description

Be a part of a dynamic team whose common goal is to make a difference in our community. It is amazing to know that by being a part of the City of Idaho Falls team, you would be doing important work for our community that affects people’s lives. Every day brings new challenges and rewards!

Job Description:

The City of Idaho Falls is accepting applications for an entry-level Accountant I. This position performs a variety of professional accounting and financial analysis, monthly reporting, development of internal controls, and budget preparation.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under general supervision of the Finance Director or designee. Job duties may include the following:

• Assists in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and budget for all City departments, Council, and for the City’s annual financial audit.
• Prepares journal entries for city financials. Such entries may include interdepartmental transfers, expenditures and revenues; depreciation, receivables and payables, etc.
• Analyze account activities and identify corrections to assist in monitoring the integrity of general ledger and subsidiary ledger entries; perform related adjustments and reconciliations.
• Assists with preparing, processing, and reporting payroll related functions.
• Prepare year-end audit work papers and perform internal procedures needed to ensure the integrity and quality of financial accounting records.
• Works with auditors to provide requested documentation and information.
• Assists in the preparation of annual budgets and the annual comprehensive financial report.
• Assists in reviewing, developing, and auditing other departments for compliance with internal controls, financial, city, and personnel policies.
• Works with auditors; pulls the documentation needed and verifies entries into the financial system; Assists other departments with problems; answers questions when needed.
• Cross-train with other Finance staff to become familiar with duties and assignments to provide support when assigned.
• Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. 1. Education and Experience:
   • A. Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or public finance or anticipation to graduate within six months of hire in aforementioned degrees; OR B. An equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. 2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

   Working knowledge of principles and practices of municipal accounting; working knowledge of standard office procedures; working knowledge of accounting systems; Working knowledge of Excel spreadsheet program; some knowledge of City fiscal management goals and objectives. Ability to prepare complete and accurate reports and statements of a complex nature; ability to perform detailed work involving written or numerical data; ability to make mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately; ability to analyze accounting systems and procedures; ability to adapt to unique accounting problems where established procedures do not always apply; ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; ability to develop effective working relationships with Department Heads, Supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.

3. 3. Special Qualifications: None
4. 4. Work Environment: Typical office setting with typical climate controls. Tasks require a variety of physical activities such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, not generally involving muscular strain. Job functions normally require talking, hearing and seeing. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity required for most essential functions. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, discriminating thinking and creative problem solving.

Pay Range:

$65,145.60 - $70,886.40

Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes medical, dental, vision and life coverage. You will also be eligible for retirement benefits through PERSI. PERSI is a defined benefit plan that offers guaranteed retirement benefits for full-time employees. Join a team that’s shaping one of the best places to live and work in the country. As the largest city in eastern Idaho—and consistently recognized for job growth and livability—the City of Idaho Falls offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment. Our employees enjoy meaningful public service careers across 11 departments, including parks and recreation, utilities, public safety, and more. We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and retirement through the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI). With a strong community spirit, beautiful natural surroundings, and year-round recreational and cultural activities, Idaho Falls is more than a workplace—it’s a place to grow, thrive, and make a difference.

Disclaimer:

The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed with or without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions.