Northwest Lineman College is an award-winning institution, providing educational services for the power industry. NLC has been setting an exceptional standard of training for pre-apprentice, apprentice, and journey-level linework since 1993. We are an employer that brings innovation and vision and genuinely cares about the happiness of our people. Our work is fast-paced, fun, and challenging - always hiring for drive, determination, and grit. We are passionate about training because we change lives and improve safety and highly value our customers, pushing ourselves to excellence and making work fun.

Northwest Lineman College is proud to offer a generous total rewards package to all full-time employees! This includes benefits such as medical insurance options, Dental, Vision, ST/LT Disability, Voluntary Life, and Critical Illness options. In addition to the standard benefit options, employees are eligible for the Employee Assistance, Wellness, and Take Good Care Programs as well as a robust Paid Time Off plan that includes 8 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays and hefty accrual rates. But wait, there’s more! Additional benefits include 401k savings plan with match options, tuition reimbursement, annual reimbursements of membership dues for Costco & Sam’s Club, clothing allowance, and extended employee discounts. Be sure to check out the details of our total rewards package on our company careers page!

The Accounts Payable Accountant is responsible for managing the Accounts Payable function ensuring timely and accurate payment processing. This position will be responsible for processing vendor invoices, verifying accuracy, reconciling credit card accounts, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. The individual in this role will also support financial closing, conduct reconciliation processes, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

*FULL ON-SITE POSITION BASED OUT OF NLC's MERIDIAN, ID CAMPUS

*UP TO 10% TRAVEL REQUIRED WITH THIS ROLE

• End-to-End Accounts Payable Processing: Own and manage the entire accounts payable process from invoice receipt through to payment.
• Invoice Verification and Processing: Process, verify, and code all vendor invoices for payment to ensure compliance with purchase orders, and reconciling any discrepancies between vendors, supply chain, or internal departments.
• Financial Close Support: Collaborate with the finance team to complete the financial close process. To include preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and ensuring all AP related balances (and others assigned) are accurate.
• Reconciliations and Reporting: Perform monthly credit card and general ledger reconciliations. Ensure proper accounting entries are made in the system for accurate financial reporting.
• P-Card Administration and Compliance: Manage and reconcile company p-cards. Process user requests for new cards, credit limit increases, and address fraud issues. Provide training and support for new and existing p-card holders.
• Assist with Audit Preparation: Prepare and provide requested documentation for internal and external financial audits, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting principles and regulations.
• Process Improvement and Efficiency: Identify and recommend improvements to the accounts payable process to drive operational efficiency, reduce errors, and enhance workflow.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience.
• Or an additional 8 years’ experience in lieu of degree.

• Advanced proficiency in accounting software applications including Excel, ERP, and other database applications.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations as they apply to publicly traded entities, to include SOX compliance.
• Read, interpret, and comply with scheduled payment terms and conditions.
• Ability to process large volumes of invoices with accuracy, checking for compliance with POs, proper coding, and matching payment terms.
• Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Create, maintain, and update SOPs for AP process, ensuring consistency and compliance.

$25.60 - $28.62 per hour, DOE + an outstanding benefits package

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