Accounting Specialist

If you're the person who catches errors before they become problems and stays steady when deadlines pile up, we'd like to meet you.Join EICAP's Fiscal Team and help manage grant funding that supports vital community programs throughout Eastern Idaho. We are seeking an accounting professional to assist with budgeting, financial reporting, grant reimbursements, compliance monitoring, and fund accounting. Previous grant accounting experience is helpful but not required. We are willing to train candidates with strong accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, or finance backgrounds. Compensation & BenefitsSalary: $49,000-$52,000 DOESchedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week (enjoy a three-day weekend every week!)We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:403(b) Retirement Plan with 6% employer match

Health Insurance with three plan options; EICAP pays the majority of the premium

Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)Dental and Vision Insurance with 60% of employee and dependent premiums covered

Group Life Insurance – 100% employer-paid, with optional supplemental coverage

Telemedicine coverage for the entire family, employer paid

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA (employee-funded)Optional employee-paid benefits including identity theft protection, pet care discounts, legal assistance, and accident, hospitalization, and critical illness coverage

Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays

We're seeking an Accounting Specialist (Grants) who is:Exceptionally detail-oriented and committed to producing accurate work

Reliable under pressure, able to meet recurring deadlines and adjust to changing priorities without becoming overwhelmed

Organized and disciplined, with strong follow-through and time management skills

Financially savvy, with experience managing budgets, tracking expenditures, and reconciling financial information

Compliance-minded, maintaining documentation and records that are complete, accurate, and audit-readyAnalytical and proactive, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues before they become larger problemsA collaborative professional, capable of working effectively with program leadership and fiscal staff

Technically proficient, with strong Excel skills and confidence using accounting and financial software

Adaptable, willing to cross-train and support other fiscal functions as needed

Preferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field

Three years of accounting, grant accounting, nonprofit accounting, or fund accounting experience preferred

Experience working with multiple funding sources, budgets, and reporting requirements is highly desirable

What You'll DoPrepare and submit reimbursement requests and grant billings

Monitor program budgets and assist with budget revisions and amendments

Prepare and submit financial reports to funding agencies

Track expenditures and ensure compliance with grant requirements

Maintain accurate grant, contract, and property-related financial records

Review supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy

Support fiscal monitoring, contract compliance, and purchase order tracking

Assist with audits and maintain documentation that is consistently audit-readyAbout EICAPEastern Idaho Community Action Partnership is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities throughout eastern Idaho. Our programs provide support, stability, and opportunities to thousands of individuals and families each year.Why This Role MattersThe person in this position plays a critical role in keeping our programs funded, compliant, and accountable. Success in this role requires accuracy, sound judgment, personal ownership, and the ability to consistently deliver high-quality work, even when deadlines are tight.If you're a dependable accounting professional who takes pride in getting the details right and following through on commitments, we encourage you to apply. Background & Drug Screen Disclaimer: Must be able to pass an Intellicorp SSN Verification/Criminal History Search and Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Enhanced Background Check. We also conduct pre-employment drug testing. Any job offer will be based on the results of background check and drug testing.EICAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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