Staff Accountant

Transwest, is looking for a staff accountant. In this role, you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge of accounting and have a direct impact on helping us grow in 2024 and beyond. Our ideal candidate is detail oriented, loves to solve problems, and has a foundational knowledge of accounting. If you want to work with a group of people who love the work they do and are invested in team success, this is the place for you!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution.
• HSA match up to $800 per year.
• FSA
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Car Discount Program

• Reconcile general ledger accounts by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Provide support during internal and external audits, including preparing audit schedules and addressing auditor inquiries.
• Assist with various sales tax or related audits.
• Allocate monthly expenses.
• Post revenues by verifying and entering transactions from local deposits.
• Post and reconcile receivables from third parties.
• Reconcile key vendor statements with accounts payable.
• Verify accuracy and post vehicle revenue sales.
• Reconcile and record vehicle sales tax.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Requires frequent sitting, standing, balancing, bending or stooping for prolonged periods of time.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment.
• Ability to communicate by providing verbal feedback in a professional manner.
• Ability to receive and analyze data and input into the computer.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 30 lbs.
• Normal range of hearing and vision.

• Valid Driver's License and MVR in good standing.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or 1 to 2 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated abilities in these areas: organization, accounting, strong data entry skills, strong math skills, utilization of multiple financial software systems, analyzing financial data, attention to detail, thoroughness, communication, strong customer service skills, 10-key by touch.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass a post-offer background check, physical and drug screening.

• Type: Salary
• Compensation Range: $55,000 - $65,000
• Bonus Eligibility: No
• Reports To: Controller
• Shift: M-F, 8AM-5PM
• Closing Date: When Filled

Date Posted: 06-07-2024

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.