Work Site Location: Harding Center
Work Schedule: 93% of full-time

Excellent benefits, including retirement  
Tuition assistance

Starting pay: $29.85

Job Summary:
This position exercises independent judgment and discretion in carrying out major assignments including but not limited to accounting functions for a variety of grants, providing financial support for program, Director, and external sources, as required, in conjunction with the NIC (North Idaho College) Head Start mission, Five-Year Goals and in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations

Job Description linked below; (some job boards may not include active links so please click Apply Now on the NIC website or go to www.nic.edu/jobs to see full details); 

 Fiscal Specialist Job Description.docx

Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: 

Education:

Bachelors degree in business or public administration or accounting or related field.

Experience:

• Accounting experience including cost accounting/cost allocation principles, budgeting and projections
• Experience in strategic planning and project management

Required License and/or Certifications:

• Meet all training and certification requirements for childcare licensing and Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Meet terms of Statement of Agreement/ Employment Declaration.
• Pass an enhanced criminal background check including fingerprinting, as required by Head Start Program Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing requirements, prior to first day of work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with people from diverse ethnic, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds.
• Advanced knowledge of computers and commonly used software for Internet and e-mail access, word processing and data collection and management.
• Positive approach to Early Childhood Development programs, health, and social services.
• Demonstrated professional level of customer service and communication supporting non-financial managers with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting support.
• Extensive working knowledge of Excel and a variety of accounting software packages.
• High level of integrity and dependability.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills, particularly mathematical, bookkeeping, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to problem-solve and accurately reconcile general ledger accounts and perform other accounting/bookkeeping functions.
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to monitor and prioritize workload and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) effectively and appropriately with others.
• Sustained concentration and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to interpret state and federal Head Start policies and regulations.
• Demonstrate professional ethics and confidentiality.
• Represent the Head Start program in the community and with other professionals, positively and with professionalism.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and proof of degree if required for this position. 

Application materials include;  resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts 

Applications ONLY accepted through the North Idaho College Website!

Fiscal Specialist

Work type: Full-time Staff
Location: Coeur d'Alene
Category: Head Start
Hiring range: $29.85
Join our team as a Fiscal Specialist and use your expertise to manage accounting functions for a variety of grants, provide financial support, and ensure compliance with regulations while advancing the mission and goals of NIC Head Start!
Closes: February 07, 2025