About the Department
Position Title: Senior Accountant
Effective Date: April 2026
Salary Grade/Range: Grade 16 / $73,861 - $96,566
FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
EEO Job Category: Professional
General Position Summary:
The accountant position will perform a full range of accounting functions that require knowledge and experience with the application of accounting and auditing principles, standards, and pronouncements. This position will be responsible for maintaining and accounting for the general ledger and performing month-end reconciliations and closing procedures. A successful accountant combines excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to assist in analyzing financial reports and forecasts. The accountant works under the general supervision of the Controller within the Finance and Operations Division.
Position Duties
(The examples provided do not cover all of the duties which the incumbent of this position may be required to perform.)
- Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expenditure entries by compiling and analyzing account information;
- Maintains and balances balance sheet accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, reconciling transactions, and resolving discrepancies;
- Maintains and reconciles general ledger trial balance accounts;
- Develops routine reconciliation processes and identifies documentation requirements supporting the process;
- Performs reconciliations of fund accounts and automated systems accounts;
- Performs month-end and year-end closing and reconciliation procedures;
- Assists in preparing monthly and annual financial reports, including statement of net position, statement of activities, and GASB 34 adjustments, ensuring compliancy with accounting and reporting standards;
- Ensures financial systems and documents are in compliance with laws, policies, standards, and regulations with generally accepted accounting principles and practices;
- Maintains capital asset records and coordinates annual inventory procedures;
- Assists in reconciling statewide assets to physical inventory counts and the asset management system;
- Assists in performing the annual physical inventory observations;
- Prepares, reviews and/or evaluates complex financial documents and reports;
- Assists in the collection of data necessary to determine and record accrual adjustments;
- Prepares and reviews accounting transactions—including, receipt and deposit of funds, journal entries, and intra-governmental transfers—in accordance with statutory requirements, accounting standards, and other authoritative guidance;
- Performs variance analysis and analytical procedures on internal accounting reports;
- Reviews and identifies accounting processes and procedures that need to be improved, researches appropriate resolutions and makes recommendations.
- Assists in developing and maintaining a system of internal controls which assures proper segregation of accounting functions;
- Develops and documents accounting policy and procedures to maintain and strengthen internal controls;
- Supports and performs internal control monitoring procedures;
- Performs cost effectiveness and cost-benefit analysis to assist with vendor and contractual decisions;
- Uses accounting software, automated systems, and databases to complete work, record, store, and track information;
- Assists with annual external audit;
- Supports the needs of court personnel and judges within the Idaho Court system;
- Educates court personnel and judges on financial standards, policies, and financial software systems;
- Responds to questions, issues, and inquiries as related to financial and accounting activities;
- Assists in the development and implementation of financial-related systems;
- Analyzes financial issues and provide professional assistance and advice concerning their solutions;
- Reviews financial data for completeness and compliance with federal and state laws and regulations;
- Presents financial information as needed to judges, employees, committees, and conferences;
- Attends meetings and trainings as required; and
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
The Idaho Supreme Court reserves the right to consider an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience necessary to successfully perform the major responsibilities of the position.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field;
- A minimum of five years of experience working in finance, accounting, or a related field;
- Preference may be given to Certified Public Accountants or those who have met the requirements to sit for the exam as well as to those with prior governmental experience.
Other Qualifications
- Knowledge of accounting principles and standards (GAAP, FASB, GASB);
- Knowledge of governmental accounting;
- Knowledge of Federal Uniform Guidance requirements;
- Knowledge of accounting software and ERP systems;
- Knowledge of MS Office software such as Outlook, Word, and Excel;
- Skill in providing excellent customer service and assistance to customers;
- Ability to express ideas and communicate suggestions and recommendations clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing;
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction;
- Ability to prioritize and manage time well;
- Ability to complete work accurately and with attention to detail;
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and through written communications;
- Ability to organize work to meet multiple deadlines and achieve desired work results.
The Idaho Supreme Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to the values of fairness, integrity, independence, and respect. We are committed to fair and impartial processes, both in our courtrooms and in our employment decisions, adhering to all applicable federal and state laws. Our commitment extends to fostering an environment that respects the dignity and worth of every person and the individuality of all employees and applicants. The Supreme Court values all who contribute to the mission of providing access to justice through merit, experience, and the highest legal and ethical standards.
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