Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) is an organization with a rich history and a bright future. As a leader in the energy industry we look to our employees to help us grow, change, and provide power to over 500,000 members of our 17 electric distribution cooperatives.
The Senior Accountant establishes and maintains accounting systems to record and interpret financial data and perform data analytics by maintaining accounting principles, internal controls practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Participates in the monthly and annual general ledger closing process and assists with preparation of financial statements. This position presents the opportunity to work alongside peers who are versatile, enthusiastic, and continuing to strive to push AECC and our mission forward.
Responsibilities
Maintains accounting principles, internal controls practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Participates in the monthly and annual general ledger closing process and assists with preparation of financial statements.
Prepares journal entries, both standard and non-recurring, and assists with the verification of transactions to ensure appropriateness, accuracy, and validity.
Prepares reconciliations of general ledger accounts on a routine basis and upon special request, to ensure that balances are accurate, and records comply with RUS - Uniform System of Accounts and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Prepares reconciliation for intercompany billing.
Supports the preparation and monitoring of the Annual Operating and Capital Budgets
Provides support for the preparation of quarterly financial statements
Prepares audit schedules, reports, and analyses for external audit requests.
Recommends development of process improvements to promote departmental efficiency.
Provides support in preparation of special reports, accounting analyses, allocations, and assists with special projects, as requested
Assists with preparation of the Arkansas Annual Ad Valorem Tax Reports.
Provides technical assistance to corporate personnel and cross trains within the accounting departments.
Ensures adherence to the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
Assists and supports the plant accounting functions, including depreciation calculation, Asset Retirement Obligation calculations and workorder closing.
The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field, plus at least five years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and preferred knowledge of utility accounting practices.
CPA certificate.
Benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan and Retirement Security Pension Plan
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
9 Paid holidays
Educational assistance
Paid time off accruals
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Free & confidential Employee Assistance Program
EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED
Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days, but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.
Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.
Internal Number: 2022 - 2573
About Arkansas Electric Cooperatives
Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) is an organization with a rich history and a bright future. As a leader in the energy industry we look to our employees to help us grow, change, and provide power to over 500,000 members of our 17 electric distribution cooperatives.
