Company: VMRD, Inc., Pullman, WA

Job Title: Accountant

Type: FT, Non-Exempt

Department: Finance

Job Summary:

The accountant position requires knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the accounting field. The accountant must rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions and duties of the job under general supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follows all policies, protocols, and SOPs
• Lead month-end close efforts, including preparing reconciliations and posting journal entries
• Ensure sales and use tax compliance across multiple states
• Work with Manufacturing team to ensure accurate and properly costed inventory
• Prepare reports for VMRD leadership on the performance of the business
• Work with Accounting Assistant to research and resolve outstanding reconciling items, open AR & AP
• Respond to customer requests such as credit and audit information
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Treats others with mutual respect and regard; Works cooperatively in a team environment
• Motivated and self-directed; Completes work with accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail
• Exhibits constancy and reliability; Produces dependable work results
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the accounting field
• Experience with Excel in a financial setting

Desired Qualifications and Experiences:

• Knowledge of ERP systems, especially within a manufacturing environment
• 1-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Ability to quickly learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
• Excellent communication skills

Education, Licenses and Certifications:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Accounting or Finance

Physical Requirements for the Job:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Salary Range: $22.55 - 30.00 per hour

Our salary ranges are benchmarked for the eastern Washington region and similar positions. The range listed is just one component of VMRD's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses.

Full Time Benefits

• Paid Vacation: 12 to 27 days accrued/year based on length of service
• Paid Holidays: 8 regular holidays
• Paid Sick Leave for illness or qualified event per WPSL
• Health insurance: Medical, Dental, Rx & Vision
  • Paid 80% of premium for employee & family
  • Free Teladoc and wellness opportunities
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions
• Paid Air Ambulance Membership
• 401k: A 50% match up to 3% of your salary
• A Paid Life Insurance Policy, AD&D and LTD

VMRD (Veterinary Medical Research and Development) researches, develops and manufactures veterinary diagnostic test kits and related reagents for distribution in nearly eighty countries. VMRD's services division performs specialized testing of raw materials, cells and seeds for the presence of adventitious agents according to regulatory guidelines for the global veterinary and pharmaceutical industries. VMRD delivers best in class products and services, making a positive impact on animal welfare through diagnostic laboratories, animal producers, veterinary vaccine manufacturers, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies and veterinarians globally.

VMRD's mission is to provide high quality products, services and support to our customers, and to provide a harmonious and rewarding work environment for our employees. As a family centric company, we appreciate work life balance and strive to follow the Golden Rule.

VMRD's corporate office overlooks the rolling farmlands of Pullman, Washington, a town renowned for having a national top one hundred public school system as well as two local universities (WSU and UI). Located about ninety minutes south of Spokane, our vibrant local communities are engaged, safe and offer a multitude of amenities and recreational activities. Come enjoy a quality life and the scenic landscapes of the Palouse.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference and background checks.