Accountant I

Job Description

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• 37.5-hour work week – work/life balance is real here

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• 6 weeks of paid time off

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• No OT culture – expectations are reasonable and sustainable

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• 403(b) with 3% match

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• Health Savings Account (HSA)

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• Tuition reimbursement

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• Cutting-edge financial systems and technology

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• Forward-thinking leadership that embraces change and improvement

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• Collaborative, effective finance team

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• Exceptional VP of Finance who mentors staff and actively implements new systems

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• Strong long-term stability supported by a solid endowment

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• Beautiful location and surrounding area

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• Clear growth path – this role has the potential to lead into a Controller position over time

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\n\nPosition Overview\nThe Accountant I supports key financial operations with a strong emphasis on billing, accounts receivable, and subsidy management. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate and timely billing, maintaining detailed records, and supporting month-end close and reconciliation activities.\nThe ideal candidate is systems-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable operating independently in a well-structured finance environment. This is not a data-entry-heavy role it’s about monitoring, reconciling, and ensuring accuracy across financial systems.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nPrimary Functional Areas\n

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• \nBilling & Accounts Receivable (largest focus)\n
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  • Process and reconcile residential billing

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  • Ensure timely and accurate posting of charges and payments

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  • Maintain detailed subsidy records and ensure compliance

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• \nReconciliations & Accounting Support\n
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  • Perform account reconciliations

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  • Manage corporate credit card activity

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  • Assist with month-end invoices, AP journal entries, and general ledger reconciliations

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• \nController Backup & Contract Billing\n
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  • Provide coverage when the Controller is out

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  • Ensure timely and accurate state contract billing

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  • Support finance operations as needed to meet critical deadlines

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\n\nWhat Success Looks Like\n

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• Billing and AR deadlines are consistently met

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• Financial systems are well-monitored and reconciled

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• Issues are identified early and resolved proactively

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• The finance team can rely on you as a steady, knowledgeable presence—especially during month-end or coverage periods

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\n\nWhat We’re Looking For\n

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
  OR 10+ years of accounting experience with a strong systems background

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• Prior experience working in modern accounting systems

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• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage recurring deadlines

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• Comfortable stepping in and taking ownership when leadership coverage is needed

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• Collaborative mindset and interest in long-term growth

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