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Office Manager
- Accountant The Kootenai-Ponderay Sewer District is hiring.

Office Manager
- Accountant The Kootenai-Ponderay Sewer District is hiring.

Full-time office position. This is not a remote work position.

The District Employment Application must be completed and returned to the District office located at 511 Whiskey Jack Road, Sandpoint, Idaho. A resume` is requested. A cover letter is preferred with the application but not required. An Application for Employment as well as a complete job description can be picked up at the District office or downloaded from the District’s website:

https://kootenaiponderaysewerdistrict.org/

After an initial review of the applications and resumes, selected applicants will be contacted regarding initial interviews. A secondary interview will be conducted with Board members for applicants passing the first initial interview.

Failure to follow and complete application instructions and requirements will remove an applicant from consideration for employment.

Office Contact information:

Kootenai-Ponderay Sewer District

511 Whiskey Jack Road

Sandpoint, Idaho 83864

Office Manager
- Accountant

The Kootenai-Ponderay Sewer District is hiring for a full-time position in the Business Office.

Long term position

40 hours per week

Benefits available after introductory period

Minimum Education:

College
- Associates Degree with focus on Accounting

Valid State Drivers’ License required

Starting Wage-$30.00-$32.00 per hour-DOE

Experience:

Minimum 1 year Administrative/Accounting experience

Minimum required typing speed: 45 wpm

Minimum lifting requirement:
Up to 40 pounds.

General Duties:

• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and familiar with MS Access
• Familiar with QB Pro
• Proficient with accounting software
• Preparation of Board meeting financials and attendance at meetings
• Proficient with A/P, A/R and Payroll
• Verification of deposits and bank reconciliations
• Maintain various spreadsheets for tracking and verification of payments
• Must be a self-starter and quick learner
• Will be responsible for communicating between legal counsel and Board
• Able to do all functions of bookkeeping including payroll
• Annual Audit preparation
• Annual budget preparation
• Supervise all functions of a small office staff
• Other duties as assigned

Position:
Office Manager
- Accountant

Organization:
Kootenai-Ponderay Sewer District

Location:

Sandpoint,
United States

Salary:
Starting Wage-$30.00-$32.00 per hour-DOE

Posting

Start Date:

10/28/2026

Date Posted: 11/2/2026

Requirements This position is being filled to train to take the position of the business office manager/treasurer and requires attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to prioritize work tasks and manage time effectively. Good verbal and written communication skills and excellent math skills are a must. This position requires strong accounting knowledge and skills. Governmental office experience is a plus but not a requirement.

Honesty, integrity, good people skills and the ability to work well in a small office environment are required. This position will need to be willing and able to perform all functions of a small office if, and when, needed. Pre‑employment drug testing and background check are required. See the District’s website or the Department of Labor website for more detailed information.

Applications are available on the District’s website or at the office located at 511 Whiskey Jack Road, Sandpoint. (208)263‑0229. The District’s Application for Employment must be completed and submitted. A resume is requested.