About the role
We are seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to join a growing bank in Meridian, ID. This fully onsite, contract-to-hire role is the engine behind the accounting department's daily operations, owning the full AP cycle alongside broader general accounting responsibilities. The ideal candidate has a strong banking or financial institution background, can independently manage a high volume of transactions, and communicates confidently with vendors, employees, and leadership at all levels.
Key Responsibilities:
* Own and manage the full AP cycle, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording high-volume invoices * Audit and process employee travel and expense report reimbursements, ensuring compliance with travel and expense policy * Follow up with employees on past due expense reports and missing receipts * Communicate with vendors and internal customers regarding account status, invoice history, and payment inquiries * Pay vendors by monitoring discount opportunities, verifying federal ID numbers, scheduling and preparing checks, and resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies * Prepare daily bank reconciliations across multiple accounts * Prepare various monthly reconciliations and assist with month-end close activities * Prepare journal entries to fund corporate card accounts and accrue for monthly charges * Prepare and input departmental wires * Assist in gathering documentation for audit requests * Identify and implement process improvement opportunities to support efficiency
Required Qualifications:
* 5+ years of progressive accounting and accounts payable experience * Experience working at a bank, credit union, or financial institution required * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred * Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations * Excellent communication skills and the ability to confidently interact with all levels of staff and leadership * Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal guidance * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience * Associates degree or higher - accounting background strongly preferred * Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet daily and monthly deadlines * Excellent communication and customer service skills - comfortable working with vendors, employees, and all levels of leadership * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience working at a bank or financial institution * Familiarity with BankTel or similar accounting systems * Experience with ERP or expense management platforms
Benefits:
* Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) * Paid time off and holidays * Entrepreneurial, team-oriented culture with a familial feel and room to grow