Accountant II

Reports To: 

Manager II, Accounting

Position Status:

FT - Full-Time

Posted Pay Range: 

$29.17 - $36.47

Support Financial Stewardship and Strategic Growth as an Accountant II at CWI!

Are you a detail‑oriented accounting professional who enjoys complex financial analysis, project accounting, and supporting organizational decision‑making? The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking an Accountant II to provide accounting expertise across capital projects, fixed assets, leases, grants, and departmental financial operations.

In this role, you’ll work closely with Facilities, Information Technology, Budget, Procurement, and other departments to ensure financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and sound fiscal management that supports the college’s long‑term success.

Why Join CWI?

At CWI, business and finance professionals play a critical role in supporting student success and institutional growth. As an Accountant II, you’ll contribute to strategic initiatives by managing complex accounting activities, supporting capital investments, and providing financial insights that help guide operational and planning decisions across the college.

Benefits:

CWI offers one of the most affordable and comprehensive benefits packages in higher education, including:

• Premium healthcare plans
• 11%+ employer retirement contributions
• Tuition discounts
• Generous personal leave
• Professional development opportunities

Capital Projects & Fixed Asset Accounting:

• Support capital project development and administration, including the establishment, monitoring, and reconciliation of capital projects and construction‑in‑progress (CIP) activity
• Evaluate project expenditures for capitalization and coordinate project closeout activities
• Administer the college’s fixed asset accounting program, including capitalization, depreciation, inventory tracking, disposals, and reconciliation
• Coordinate and participate in fixed asset inventories, asset verification procedures, and inventory audits
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and institutional procedures related to capital assets

Lease Administration & Financial Compliance:

• Evaluate, account for, and monitor lease agreements and Subscription‑Based Information Technology Arrangements (SBITAs)
• Ensure proper accounting treatment, disclosures, and compliance with GASB 87 and GASB 96 requirements
• Research and apply governmental accounting standards and regulatory requirements to complex financial transactions
• Provide accounting guidance and recommendations that support strong internal controls and regulatory compliance

Grants, Reconciliations & Financial Reporting:

• Generate invoices in accordance with grant agreements and maintain supporting documentation
• Reconcile grant‑related accounts receivable balances and monitor grant activity
• Perform complex general ledger reconciliations involving cash, receivables, payroll, liabilities, fixed assets, depreciation, leases, capital projects, and other assigned accounts
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries related to fixed assets, CIP, leases, depreciation, in‑kind donations, and other accounting activities
• Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, supporting documentation, and financial analyses for year‑end reporting and audit support

Financial Analysis & Departmental Partnership:

• Prepare financial analyses, reports, and supporting documentation for management decision‑making
• Analyze budget‑to‑actual trends and departmental financial activity
• Meet regularly with Facilities, Information Technology, and other departments to support budgeting, project planning, and financial management
• Collaborate with campus partners to support capital planning, project tracking, and long‑term investment decisions
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, workflow efficiencies, and strengthened internal controls

Year‑End Close & Audit Support:

• Support year‑end close activities, including project closeout, fixed asset reconciliation, and depreciation review
• Assist with financial statement preparation and audit readiness efforts
• Respond to external auditor inquiries and provide requested documentation
• Help ensure timely and accurate completion of annual reporting requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• Two (2) to three (3) years of professional accounting experience
• Strong accounting knowledge, including account reconciliations, financial analysis, and audit support
• Experience researching, interpreting, and applying accounting standards, regulations, and policies
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with fixed asset accounting, capital project accounting, and lease accounting
• Experience with governmental accounting principles and GASB standards
• Experience in fiscal recordkeeping within a high‑volume organization or higher education environment
• Experience supporting year‑end audits and financial statement preparation
• Knowledge of budgeting, capital planning, and financial reporting processes within a public sector environment

Additional Instructions For Applicants: 

Most positions at CWI are in-person and based on campus. While some roles may allow up to two remote workdays per week, eligibility for remote work is determined on a case-by-case basis at the hiring manager's discretion. All candidates must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.