Accounting Technician I

Digital Path, Inc. is growing and thriving in the communities of Northern California! We are the leader in providing high-speed internet to thousands of rural customers. We are proud to partner with the State of California, Alert West, and other large corporations that engage in providing both prevention and response technology for California wildfire emergencies.

As an Accounting Technician I at Digital Path, you will work independently within our accounting team to complete financial tasks that align with the company’s core values and strategies. You will support both departmental and cross-departmental accounting needs, ensuring integrity in accounts payable, account maintenance, and clerical workflows. You will handle inquiries, organize documents, and manage accounting systems and spreadsheets with minimal assistance from management.

You will demonstrate discernment in handling escalations and non-routine situations, support internal quality reviews, and work ethically and transparently with management for spot-checks and collaborative reviews. This position reports directly to the Accounting Manager.

• This position is a full-time position on-site at our office in Chico, CA.
• This role requires on-site presence and does not offer remote work options.
• A typical work week is 8 hours daily Monday through Friday with occasional overtime.
• Due to the confidential nature of the job and the nature of the financial transactions you will be handling, you must be able to pass an in-depth credit check.
• All job offers are contingent upon applicant passing a post-offer, pre-employment background check, non-arduous physical, and drug/alcohol screening.

Note:

This job description may not cover every task and duty expected of the employee. In fulfilling the responsibilities outlined herein, employees may be required to undertake additional tasks related to or naturally associated with their role, or to perform duties of a lower-level nature as needed.

• Process and reconcile accounts payable (A/P).
• Manage employee credit cards through expense software and process new card requests.
• Month-end duties include assisting in processing and reconciliation of credit cards and A/P.
• Cross-train and provide backup support for accounts receivable (A/R) and administrative duties.
• Track and maintain vendor W-9s.
• Submit 1099 forms annually.
• Update assorted ledgers and financial reporting.
• Periodically audit financial records and statements.
• Audit and create accounting spreadsheets as needed.
• Foster and maintain vendor relationships.
• Review contracts and legal documents.
• Organize and maintain physical and digital files.
• Prepare documents, presentations, and periodic reports.
• Detailed communication between individuals and organizations.
• Create, maintain, and enter information into databases.
• Perform data entry as required to complete job tasks assigned.
• Consistently provide a positive internal customer service experience.
• Attend work on a regular and continuous basis.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Associate’s degree in accounting with 1-2 years bookkeeping/accounting experience (3-5 years in lieu of degree).
• Reliable transportation to/from work.
• Valid California Driver’s License with no more than 1 point and no DUI’s.
• Successful completion of post-offer-pre-employment screening, including physical, drug screening, and background check.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills with Office 365 and stand-alone applications such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Proficiency in accounting software;
  Sage 50 is desired.
• Understanding of debits, credits, balance sheet and income statements, accounts payable and receivable, use of chart of accounts and general ledgers.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures, systems, and office equipment.
• Ability to think critically, independently, and utilize problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and consistency.
• Must be able to manage and direct your own work, independent of supervision.
• Maintain confidential information.
• Able to thrive under pressure with multiple projects and deadlines.
• Able to articulate answers to complex…