Accountant II – Payroll & Close
Job in
Moscow, Latah County, Idaho, 83843, USA
Listed on 2026-05-26
Listing for:
Forsite Consultants Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-26
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Tax Accountant, Financial Analyst -
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Tax Accountant, Financial Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Accountant II – Payroll & Close Support
We are seeking an Accountant II to support payroll, month‑end close, and core accounting operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring GAAP‑compliant financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, improving close efficiency, and supporting scalable growth.
What You’ll Do- Process payroll, including multi‑state payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing
- Prepare payroll journal entries, reconciliations, and documentation in accordance with U.S. GAAP
- Support payroll‑related compliance and audits
- Prepare GAAP‑compliant month‑end close schedules and assist with close activities
- Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
- Provide backup support for AR/AP functions
- Review and troubleshoot work prepared by accounting staff
- Assist with intercompany processes and cross‑functional accounting support
- Contribute to process improvements, documentation, and system enhancements
- Support ERP administration and testing of new accounting processes
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent work experience
- Accounting experience, including payroll and month‑end close
- Experience with payroll (multi‑state preferred)
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
- Strong reconciliation and analytical skills
- Familiarity with internal controls
- ERP experience (a nice to have)
- Intermediate Excel skills required (pivot tables, lookups, formulas)
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams
- Experience supporting intercompany accounting
- Experience with WIP / POC accounting under GAAP
- Advanced Excel skills (Power Query, complex formulas, reporting models)
- Ensure accurate, GAAP‑compliant financial reporting
- Strengthen internal controls and reduce key‑person risk
- Improve efficiency and quality of the month‑end close
- Support audit readiness and scalable growth
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Employer paid medical insurance for yourself and/or 50% for your family. (If you have elected dependent or family coverage, 50% of your dependent’s coverage will be deducted before tax from your wages.)
- Employer Paid Healthcare and Health Reimbursement Plan (HRA)
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Employer Paid Life insurance and Disability Plan
- 401(k) with company contribution
- On-the-job training and skills development
- Career Advancement opportunities
- Employee appreciation events
- Employee recognition programs
- A supportive and engaging work culture that promotes healthy living
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