Accounting Coordinator

Lewis Clark Early Childhood Program

Accounting Coordinator

Lewiston, ID
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Parental leave

    Training & development

    Tuition assistance

    Vision insurance

    Wellness resources

    GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY: The Accounting Coordinator responds to the Finance Director and should be knowledgeable of the financial and funding aspects of the organization, to provide support in the absence of the Finance Director. The individual in the position coordinates with the Finance Director to maintain the integrity of the accounting system and fiscal procedures.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES include: · Serve as fiscal department back-up for the organization in the absence of the Finance Director.

    · Coordinate with the Finance Director to provide accounting support that meets the goals and plans of the organization.

    · Prepare monthly funding/expense reports for Board, Policy Council and staff.

    · Prepare, submit and track funding source reports and billings, on a monthly basis.

    · Assist the Finance Director in the annual development of budgets for the various funding sources.

    · In coordination with Finance Director, request funds from funding sources, as assigned, and monitoring cash balances.

    · Maintain and update the operating procedures manual for the position.

    · Prepare for and participate in the annual audit process by independent auditors and funding source auditors.

    · Provide support and assistance to the Payroll/Accounts Payable Specialist in the functions of payroll, accounts payable, monthly vendor reconciliations, maintaining inventories of equipment, furnishings and other minor purchases, and the distribution, ordering, and monitoring of office supplies as needed:

    · Review all accounts payable prior to payment to ensure proper funding codes are used and all information/signatures are present.

    · Prepare open Purchase Orders. · Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment concerning privileged information

    · Must maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment

    · Supervise volunteers and report monthly in-kind related to the department tasks.

    · Must be a responsible person and able to perform with a minimum of supervision.

    · Other duties as assigned by the Finance Director.

    · Must have the ability to work effectively as a team member. Be able to give and receive information in a positive manner.

    · Must be able to represent LCECP in a positive manner.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

    · Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is preferred. Five years of experience using computerized accounting systems in non-profit organization preferred. Significant on-the-job experience considered on case-by-case basis for equivalent education.

    JOB CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    Must pass a Health Screen and a criminal background check that meets required state, federal, and LCECP standards. Must be willing to get further education as needed/required to acquire or maintain skills.

    Wage will depend on experience.

    This position is eligible for full dental and health benefits after 90 days, if working over 30 hours a week.

    For questions about this position, please email humanresources@lcecp.org.

    Position(s) closes: 03/25/2026