Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Administration - Black Eagle, MT 59414Position Type: Full TimeJOB SUMMARY
The Staff Accountant will assist with all accounting and financial reporting for Mountain View Co-op (MVC). The Staff Accountant must maintain a positive and cooperative attitude that promotes teamwork, integrity, honesty, and helpfulness. The Staff Accountant must embrace and exhibit MVC’s philosophy and culture of customer service.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Accounting Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Establish and maintain a positive experience for MVC customers, clients, and vendors, through professional interpersonal interactions.
Assist with accounting input to create financial reports in an accurate and timely manner.
Ensure that all accounts, ledgers, financial statements, and reporting systems comply with all appropriate GAAP standards, government and industry regulatory requirements, and budgetary reporting requirements and tax filings.
Safeguard company assets by maintaining controls and processes which verify the integrity of all systems and data.
Ensure that all applicable accounts and sub ledgers are reconciled each reporting period.
Handle any customer complaints in a prompt and professional manner.
Establish and maintain a positive customer service experience.
Practice and encourage workplace safety.
Other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge and understanding of:
Accounting principles and practices
MVC’s mission, vision, and values
Microsoft Office365, Outlook, Excel
Safety rules, procedures, and practices
Ability to:
Establish effective working relationships with management, co-workers, and the general public.
Work independently, efficiently, and handle multiple priorities.
Communicate effectively with others in both technical and non-technical terms.
Operate a personal computer utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications appropriate to the assigned duties.
Follow verbal and written instructions.
Use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions.
Perform a wide variety of tasks with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.
Quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and technology.
QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience/Training:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management, OR relevant combination of education and at least three years of accounting experience
License/Certification:
Valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Montana
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that are required by the employee in order to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship.
Essential Physical Abilities:
Clarity of speech and hearing that permits the employee to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Clarity of vision to include; near and far vision, ability to focus while operating computers and viewing monitors, and ability to read printed materials.
Manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate a personal computer, organize files, handle products, and operate office equipment.
Personal mobility that permits the employee to enter, operate, and exit motor vehicles.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
Ability to walk, stand, sit, and reach for the duration of the shift.
Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, and climb.
Working Conditions:
Work is generally performed in an office environment.
Travel in and outside of the county to attend meetings, etc. in all weather conditions.
Various noise levels are present in the work environment, from low to moderately loud.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive, all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the employee.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & REASONABLE ACCOMODATION
MVC is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected category including; race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, disability, age, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
MVC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in its employment, services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources at 406-453-5900.