Job Description

Level: Entry
Job Location: CC IDAHO CENTRAL OFFICE - CALDWELL, ID 83607
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: High School / GED
Salary Range: $17.19 - $17.19 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: AccountingRegular Full Time          Status: Non-Exempt / HOURLY     Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation, Paid Holidays

Position Summary
The Accounting Clerk provides cross-functional administrative and accounting support to the Accounting Department. This role assists with data entry, documentation, reporting, and operational tasks across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Procurement while maintaining strict segregation of duties and internal controls. The position does not have authorization authority, cash-handling responsibility, or reconciliation ownership

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)
- Enter vendor invoices after required approvals are obtained
- Match invoices to approved purchase orders and receiving documentation
- Assemble and organize payment support documentation
- Respond to basic vendor inquiries regarding invoice status
- Escalate discrepancies to appropriate staff for resolution
- Generate customer invoices based on approved billing information
- Apply customer payments to accounts receivable subledger
- Prepare AR aging and collection support schedules
- Maintain customer contact information (non-financial data only)
- Donation record keeping
- Prepare purchase requisitions for review and approval
- Collect and organize vendor onboarding documentation (e.g., W-9s)
- Prepare purchase requisitions for review and approval
- Track receipt of goods and services
- Maintain vendor contact information (address, phone, email)
- Run system reports and prepare schedules for Accountant review
- Upload, organize, and retain supporting documentation
- Assist with audit and reporting preparation
- Provide backup clerical support during peak workload periods
- The General Accounting Clerk may not:
- Approve invoices, purchase orders, credit memos, or write-offs
- Release ACH payments or sign checks
- Handle cash or deposits independently
- Add or modify vendor or customer banking or tax information
- Post or approve journal entries
- Perform bank, AP, or AR reconciliations
- Modify chart of accounts or system permissions
- Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with CC Idaho policies, procedures, and safety practices

Qualifications/Benefits

Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic understanding of accounting principles
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to follow established procedures and internal controls
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting systems
Required Essential Skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Time management and prioritization
- Professional communication
- Confidentiality and integrity
- Willingness to learn and accept feedback
Preferred
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Experience in an accounting or clerical role
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct or similar)
Required Physical Demands
- Is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reach with hands and arms
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Work Environment
Work in an office or classroom setting; may be exposed to electrical shock and fumes or airborne particles; the work may be stressful; the noise level is moderate to elevated
BENEFITS
“CCI is a strong, non-profit agency to work with. They respect work-life balance and allow for flexibility when it is needed. Excellent premiums on benefits packages. Good working environment with opportunities for advancement."
For detail Benefit plan please visit:                 https://communitycouncilofidaho.org/apply-today/
Health Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Financial Well-Being
- Basic Life Insurance with Accidental death & dismemberment
- Supplemental Voluntary Life
- Long- and Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
- 401(k) retirement plan (Must be 21 years of age to participate)
- Voluntary Benefit Options
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness
- Legal Ease
- Norton Life Lock
- Verizon Discount Plan
Work/Life Balance (Regular Full Time)
- Generous Paid Time Off Policy (PTO)
- - First year of service – 20 days
- - After five years of service – 25 days
- - After ten years of service – 30 days
- - After twenty years of service – 35 days
- - After thirty years of service – 40 days
- Twelve Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- - 10 free sessions per each topic/situation
- - Assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being
Educational leave
- Up to 5 hours per week to utilize towards education, upon approval and eligibility