Associate Accountant

Boise Cascade's finance team is searching for accounting professionals.

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today we’re one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America – and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Because our business is built on relationships, our employees are critical to our success. And we’re committed to investing in them. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life – from health and well-being, career and community, to financial security and personal safety. We call it, Total Rewards. Here’s a look at what’s included:

• Medical + Prescription Drug
• Dental + Vision
• 401(k) Retirement Savings

Responsibilities:

• General accounting, to include log accounting activities where applicable, and financial analysis activities, including the preparation of journal entries, reconciliation of ledger accounts, preparation of financial statements, reports and schedules.
• Prepare, complete, analyze and report accounting transactions and system maintenance ensuring integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with accepted accounting policies and principles including ERISA and SEC requirement, such as SOX 404, where applicable.
• Provide financial support to the business including forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing variations from budget.
• Reconcile raw material, WIP, and finished goods inventory.
• Maintain strong working relationships with customers.
• Conduct financial, business analyses and modeling using forecasts, financial statements, and other business inputs to assess risk, improvement opportunities and potential costs and/or benefits.
• Focus of responsibilities may be to perform accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, credit and collection, sales rebate duties.
• Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Candidate must be a self-starter, have the ability to multi-task, work independently, work effectively in diverse teams, and able to apply complex accounting principles to solve problems. The ideal candidate will possess strong computer skills including Enterprise accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Peoplesoft), MS Office with advanced proficiency utilizing Excel. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience required. Bachelors degree and three (3) years of accounting experience preferred.