Job Overview:

This position requires a thorough knowledge of a wide range of accounting and finance including; general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash handling, payroll, auditing, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, fixed assets, sales tax, levy calculation, financial statement preparation, and internal and external reporting. This position provides extensive technical accounting expertise and training to other departments, agencies and the 40 taxing districts that operate within Bonner County, such as cities, fire districts, school districts, etc.

These responsibilities require the individual to use sound technical judgment on complex accounting and financial questions, daily. It is also critical that this position understand what is available as public information and what is confidential. The decisions made at this level are independent and require examining many dimensions to find workable solutions to the matter at hand.

There is extensive interaction with staff and management from other departments, as well as commissioners, outside agencies, vendors, and the general public. It is imperative that this individual use excellent judgment when talking to others and handling documents because of issues of confidentiality which could expose the county to extensive liability if handled negligently. This position has significant and major impact on the budgets, policies and procedures adopted by the county as well as through its interaction with all taxing districts, various departments of state government, the federal government and other agencies.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required, Masters preferred and;

· 5 years of broad accounting experience, preferable in fund accounting, with experience in general accounting, payables, receivables, cash, taxes, and financial analysis; or equivalent combination of education and experience

· Has previously held positions as a Controller, Finance Director, or Senior Accounting Manager in a medium to large organization

· Experience with external audits and extensive knowledge of preparing workpapers, schedules, and supporting documentation

· Knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles

· Knowledge and experience with relevant computer applications

· Advanced Excel skills with the ability to create complex financial models

· Considerable knowledge of levy codes and regulations, federal, state, and local laws pertaining to assessment regulations

· Ability to perform complex mathematic calculations

· In-depth knowledge and experience of payroll calculation and processing

· Strong analytical accounting skills gained in a stable career

· Ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $82,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Sandpoint, ID 83864 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sandpoint, ID 83864: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person