Bookkeeper Jobs in Idaho
Bookkeeper jobs in Idaho draw steady demand from small businesses, agriculture-linked enterprises, construction firms, and regional credit unions, with openings at every level from entry-level accounts payable clerk to senior full-charge bookkeeper. Boise, Nampa, and Idaho Falls account for the largest share of postings, anchored by employers like Idaho Power, Albertsons, and St. Luke's Health System. The most sought-after specialties in Idaho right now are payroll processing, QuickBooks administration, and nonprofit fund accounting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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If you're the person who catches errors before they become problems and stays steady when deadlines pile up, we'd like to meet you.
Join EICAP's Fiscal Team and help manage grant funding that supports vital community programs throughout Eastern Idaho. We are seeking an accounting professional to assist with budgeting, financial reporting, grant reimbursements, compliance monitoring, and fund accounting. Previous grant accounting experience is helpful but not required. We are willing to train candidates with strong accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, or finance backgrounds.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $49,000-$52,000 DOE
Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week (enjoy a three-day weekend every week!)
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 6% employer match
- Health Insurance with three plan options; EICAP pays the majority of the premium
- Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Dental and Vision Insurance with 60% of employee and dependent premiums covered
- Group Life Insurance – 100% employer-paid, with optional supplemental coverage
- Telemedicine coverage for the entire family, employer paid
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA (employee-funded)
- Optional employee-paid benefits including identity theft protection, pet care discounts, legal assistance, and accident, hospitalization, and critical illness coverage
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
We're seeking an Accounting Specialist (Grants) who is:
- Exceptionally detail-oriented and committed to producing accurate work
- Reliable under pressure, able to meet recurring deadlines and adjust to changing priorities without becoming overwhelmed
- Organized and disciplined, with strong follow-through and time management skills
- Financially savvy, with experience managing budgets, tracking expenditures, and reconciling financial information
- Compliance-minded, maintaining documentation and records that are complete, accurate, and audit-ready
- Analytical and proactive, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues before they become larger problems
- A collaborative professional, capable of working effectively with program leadership and fiscal staff
- Technically proficient, with strong Excel skills and confidence using accounting and financial software
- Adaptable, willing to cross-train and support other fiscal functions as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field
- Three years of accounting, grant accounting, nonprofit accounting, or fund accounting experience preferred
- Experience working with multiple funding sources, budgets, and reporting requirements is highly desirable
What You'll Do
- Prepare and submit reimbursement requests and grant billings
- Monitor program budgets and assist with budget revisions and amendments
- Prepare and submit financial reports to funding agencies
- Track expenditures and ensure compliance with grant requirements
- Maintain accurate grant, contract, and property-related financial records
- Review supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy
- Support fiscal monitoring, contract compliance, and purchase order tracking
- Assist with audits and maintain documentation that is consistently audit-ready
About EICAP
Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities throughout eastern Idaho. Our programs provide support, stability, and opportunities to thousands of individuals and families each year.
Why This Role Matters
The person in this position plays a critical role in keeping our programs funded, compliant, and accountable. Success in this role requires accuracy, sound judgment, personal ownership, and the ability to consistently deliver high-quality work, even when deadlines are tight.
If you're a dependable accounting professional who takes pride in getting the details right and following through on commitments, we encourage you to apply.
If you're the person who catches errors before they become problems and stays steady when deadlines pile up, we'd like to meet you.
Join EICAP's Fiscal Team and help manage grant funding that supports vital community programs throughout Eastern Idaho. We are seeking an accounting professional to assist with budgeting, financial reporting, grant reimbursements, compliance monitoring, and fund accounting. Previous grant accounting experience is helpful but not required. We are willing to train candidates with strong accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, or finance backgrounds.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $49,000-$52,000 DOE
Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week (enjoy a three-day weekend every week!)
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 6% employer match
- Health Insurance with three plan options; EICAP pays the majority of the premium
- Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Dental and Vision Insurance with 60% of employee and dependent premiums covered
- Group Life Insurance – 100% employer-paid, with optional supplemental coverage
- Telemedicine coverage for the entire family, employer paid
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA (employee-funded)
- Optional employee-paid benefits including identity theft protection, pet care discounts, legal assistance, and accident, hospitalization, and critical illness coverage
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
We're seeking an Accounting Specialist (Grants) who is:
- Exceptionally detail-oriented and committed to producing accurate work
- Reliable under pressure, able to meet recurring deadlines and adjust to changing priorities without becoming overwhelmed
- Organized and disciplined, with strong follow-through and time management skills
- Financially savvy, with experience managing budgets, tracking expenditures, and reconciling financial information
- Compliance-minded, maintaining documentation and records that are complete, accurate, and audit-ready
- Analytical and proactive, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues before they become larger problems
- A collaborative professional, capable of working effectively with program leadership and fiscal staff
- Technically proficient, with strong Excel skills and confidence using accounting and financial software
- Adaptable, willing to cross-train and support other fiscal functions as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field
- Three years of accounting, grant accounting, nonprofit accounting, or fund accounting experience preferred
- Experience working with multiple funding sources, budgets, and reporting requirements is highly desirable
What You'll Do
- Prepare and submit reimbursement requests and grant billings
- Monitor program budgets and assist with budget revisions and amendments
- Prepare and submit financial reports to funding agencies
- Track expenditures and ensure compliance with grant requirements
- Maintain accurate grant, contract, and property-related financial records
- Review supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy
- Support fiscal monitoring, contract compliance, and purchase order tracking
- Assist with audits and maintain documentation that is consistently audit-ready
About EICAP
Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities throughout eastern Idaho. Our programs provide support, stability, and opportunities to thousands of individuals and families each year.
Why This Role Matters
The person in this position plays a critical role in keeping our programs funded, compliant, and accountable. Success in this role requires accuracy, sound judgment, personal ownership, and the ability to consistently deliver high-quality work, even when deadlines are tight.
If you're a dependable accounting professional who takes pride in getting the details right and following through on commitments, we encourage you to apply.
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Bookkeeper Job Market in Idaho
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Idaho Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in bookkeeper jobs across Idaho.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, bookkeeping, or a closely related field preferred
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Sage, or comparable small-business accounting software
- Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation
- Knowledge of payroll processing and Idaho state payroll tax requirements
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records independently
- Familiarity with nonprofit or agricultural accounting practices is a plus in many Idaho roles
Bookkeeper Jobs in Idaho: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a bookkeeper in Idaho?
Idaho does not require a state-issued license to work as a bookkeeper, so the path is education and credential-driven. Most Idaho employers expect at minimum an associate degree in accounting or a related field, though many accept equivalent coursework. Earning a Certified Bookkeeper credential through the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers, or a QuickBooks certification, gives applicants a clear edge with Idaho's small-business and nonprofit hiring managers.
Which companies hire bookkeepers in Idaho?
Idaho bookkeeper roles are posted by Melaleuca, Simplot Company, and Alliance Management Partners (AMP) and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Idaho's mix of regional credit unions, agricultural businesses, construction companies, and healthcare systems creates consistent bookkeeping demand well outside the Boise metro.
Which Idaho cities have the most bookkeeper jobs?
Boise, Idaho Falls, and Meridian hold the most bookkeeper openings in Idaho. Boise's concentration of corporate headquarters, healthcare systems, and financial services firms drives the majority of postings, while Nampa's manufacturing and agricultural supply sectors and Idaho Falls' energy and healthcare employers sustain strong hiring in their own right.
Are there remote bookkeeper jobs in Idaho?
Yes, and more than most fields. Bookkeeping is well suited to remote work because the core tasks, reconciling accounts, running payroll, and managing ledgers, are software-driven and location-independent. About 36% of bookkeeper openings tied to Idaho are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. Fully remote roles tend to concentrate in cloud-based accounting, nonprofit fund management, and outsourced bookkeeping services.
How can I get hired as a bookkeeper in Idaho with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an accounts payable or payroll assistant role, which Idaho employers across healthcare, construction, and local government regularly post for candidates with no prior bookkeeping title. Community colleges like College of Western Idaho offer accounting certificate programs that Idaho employers recognize for new hires. Completing a QuickBooks certification before applying, or transitioning from an office manager or administrative coordinator role, significantly improves hiring outcomes at Idaho's small and mid-size businesses.
Where can I find and apply to bookkeeper jobs in Idaho?
You can find and apply to bookkeeper jobs in Idaho on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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