Accountant/ Sr. Bookkeeper

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

HSA

Time off (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Accountant/Sr. Bookkeeper to support day-to-day accounting in Hayden, ID. The role focuses on bookkeeping, AP/AR, reconciliations, payroll-related accounting, and preparation of financial reports for leadership.

This is a part-time, hybrid position with a flexible schedule designed for accuracy and growth within a growing, privately held company. You will own month-end close support, journal entries, and documentation standards, while collaborating with

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on bookkeeping, accounting, or general ledger experience.
• Experience with Sage accounting software strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with account and bank reconciliations.
• Experience in accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR).
• Payroll experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities with limited supervision.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to research within a growing, smaller-company environment where responsibilities may evolve.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and general accounting activities.
• Process and monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare customer invoices and maintain accurate billing records.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and general ledger accounts.
• Maintain accurate general ledger activity and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and post journal entries and accruals, as appropriate.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Maintain organized supporting documentation and accounting records.
• Assist with payroll-related accounting and reconciliations as needed.
• Prepare recurring financial reports for company leadership.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and management reporting.
• Coordinate accounting information and documentation needed by outside tax or accounting partners.
• Help document, improve, and standardize accounting processes as the company grows.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting efficiency, controls, and reporting.
• Take on additional accounting ownership over time based on experience, business need, and company growth.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Sage

Excel

AP/AR

Payroll

Month-end close

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage

Job description

Job Title: Accountant/Sr. Bookkeeper

We are a workforce technology company based in Hayden, Idaho, specializing in timekeeping, scheduling, mobile, and related workforce-management solutions tailored to industries like healthcare, agriculture, gaming, and education. As our business continues to expand, we are seeking a hands-on accounting professional to support our current day-to-day accounting needs and help build the foundation for our future accounting function.

Job Description

We are a workforce technology company based in Hayden, Idaho, specializing in timekeeping, scheduling, mobile, and related workforce-management solutions tailored to industries like healthcare, agriculture, gaming, and education. As our business continues to expand, we are seeking a hands-on accounting professional to support our current day-to-day accounting needs and help build the foundation for our future accounting function.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and general accounting activities.
• Process and monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare customer invoices and maintain accurate billing records.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and general ledger accounts.
• Maintain accurate general ledger activity and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and post journal entries and accruals, as appropriate.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Maintain organized supporting documentation and accounting records.
• Assist with payroll-related accounting and reconciliations as needed.
• Prepare recurring financial reports for company leadership.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and management reporting.
• Coordinate accounting information and documentation needed by outside tax or accounting partners.
• Help document, improve, and standardize accounting processes as the company grows.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting efficiency, controls, and reporting.
• Take on additional accounting ownership over time based on experience, business need, and company growth.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of hands‑on bookkeeping, accounting, or general ledger experience.
• Experience with Sage accounting software strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with account and bank reconciliations.
• Experience in accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR).
• Payroll experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities with limited supervision.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to research within a growing, smaller‑company environment where responsibilities may evolve.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience owning or supporting month‑end close.
• Journal‑entry and general‑ledger experience.
• Financial statement preparation or reporting experience.
• Experience improving accounting processes or developing procedures.
• Experience supporting a growing privately held or small‑to‑midsized business.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.

Work Environment

Most employees work remotely, including some California‑based employees, but our home office is in Hayden. The position is part‑time, approximately 1624 hours per week, with flexibility in how those hours are structured. Employees have access to CPA support. We emphasize a supportive and collaborative work environment where team members can grow with the company.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hayden, ID.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hayden, ID.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Hayden,ID.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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