Timber Accountant (Grangeville)

Idaho Forest Group; Grangeville (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Idaho Forest Group is seeking a Timber Accountant to ensure accuracy in raw material procurement accounting, manage log sales contracts, and support weigh station functions. This role requires strong cost accounting and contract review capabilities.

You will coordinate with vendors, prepare bid bonds, and assist audits while maintaining timely timber purchase data and compliant accounting practices across the operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting or similar field; training/certifications may supplement education.
• Minimum 2 years of related accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Technical skills: Thorough knowledge of computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Monthly reconcile raw materials liability and manage payments for log sales contracts.
• Maintain and reconcile timber contracts, accounts receivable, and timber purchases.
• Set up, maintain, and manage timber contracts in the accounting system.
• Execute semi-monthly timber accounts payable check runs and process contractor payments.
• Audit timber purchase information, reviews contracts and loads for accuracy daily.
• Upload weigh scale information and ensure weigh station functionality.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

Job description

The Timber Accountant is responsible for the accuracy of the raw material procurement accounting. This includes managing the payment of log sales contracts and reconciling monthly accounts. They ensure accuracy in daily timber purchase information. Additionally, they support weigh station functionality. Timber Accountants provides supporting documentation for annual audits. The role involves vendor communication, bid bond preparation, contract review, and cost accounting analysis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Monthly reconcile raw materials liability.
• Maintain log sales contracts and reconcile accounts receivable.
• Set up, maintain, and manage timber contracts in the timber accounting system.
• Manage and execute semi-monthly timber accounts payable check runs - including data entry, timber settlements, log purchase agreements, process contractor payments and miscellaneous invoices for payment.
• Audit and manage timber purchase information by reviewing contracts and loads for accuracy daily. .
• Upload weigh scale information from external customers and internal loads when needed
• Ensure weigh station functionality, including assisting truckers when problems with sales occur.
• Support annual audits by providing supporting documentation as requested.
• Reconcile daily timber loads, run reports review for accuracy and distribute reports to staff as needed.
• Respond to all timber vendor inquiries including communications with foresters and contractors. Works closely with internal and external parties to ensure accurate and timely information.
• Produce and maintain bonding for industrial contractors as needed.
• Prepare Bid Bonds for timber sales, get signatures, notarize, return to forester
• Review Timber Sale Contracts and amendments for signatures. Notarize contracts and return to the Agency.
• Analyze & review cost accounting structure through timber sales/appraisals
• Adhere to standardized accounting principles and procedures. Maintain & develop SOPs where needed.
• Cross train and cover for team members as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, or similar field of study. Training and/or certifications may be supplemented for formalized education.
• Minimum 2 years of related accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Technical skills:
• Thorough knowledge of computer systems.
• Operate modern office equipment such as personal computers, copy machines, fax machines, telephones, calculators, and scanners.
• Skills:
  • Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions. Examples include critical thinking, problem-solving, and data analysis.
  • Organizational Skills: The ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Examples include time management, multitasking, and project management.
  • Attention to Detail: The ability to identify errors, inconsistencies, and inaccuracies. Examples include quality control, proofreading, and precision in execution.
• Soft Skills:
  • Communication: The ability to express ideas clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Problem-solving: The ability to identify and solve problems creatively and effectively.
• Ability to pass a hair follicle drug test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check.
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable motor vehicle history for business travel in company vehicle.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous timber accounting or resource procurement experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS- Office, Finance, Corporate, Mill Supervisory

Ability to sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distance, and climb stairs.

• Bend at waist – occasional
• Lift above waist height – occasional
• Repetitive use of hands – constant for clerical duties
• Sit – frequent
• Vision – near and far correctable; depth perception
• Hearing – preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery, mobile equipment, emergencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, airborne particles (sawdust).

Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law.

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