Bozeman Accounting Specialist — GL, Close & Analysis

meriton; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Meriton is seeking an Accounting Specialist in Bozeman, Montana. This role blends daily accounting tasks with general ledger activities, reconciliations, and financial analysis.

You’ll collaborate with the Accounting Manager and Operations teams to ensure accurate and timely financial information. The ideal candidate will have experience in month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting, with strong attention to detail and effective communication across departments.

Qualifications

• Strong grasp of fundamental accounting principles and GAAP.
• Attention to detail with accuracy focus.
• Analytical mindset for trends and variances.
• Ability to resolve discrepancies and research issues.
• Effective communication with colleagues across departments.

Responsibilities

• Support general ledger activities and month-end close.
• Prepare and maintain journal entries, accruals, and supporting docs.
• Reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
• Investigate reconciling items and discrepancies.
• Assist in internal financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and variances.
• Maintain organized accounting records and schedules.
• Help ensure GAAP compliance and internal controls.
• Process vendor invoices and accounts payable tasks.
• Support accounts receivable and customer billing efforts.
• Assist with payroll-related calculations and reporting.
• Participate in process improvement and special projects.

Skills

Accounting principles

GAAP

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Time management

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Job description

Meriton is seeking an Accounting Specialist in Bozeman, Montana. This role blends daily accounting tasks with general ledger activities, reconciliations, and financial analysis.

You’ll collaborate with the Accounting Manager and Operations teams to ensure accurate and timely financial information. The ideal candidate will have experience in month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting, with strong attention to detail and effective communication across departments.