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Manager of Accounting
A&N Electric Cooperative
NOTE: This position is being created in preparation for the future retirement of the current Director of Accounting and the incumbent will work closely with the Director to ensure a full transfer of knowledge and a smooth transition. The hope for this position is the incumbent will move into the Director role, but this is not guaranteed. Summary: The Manager of Accounting functions under the supervision of the Director of Accounting and is responsible for all areas relating to financial reporting. This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. The Manager of Accounting supervises accounting personnel and is responsible for managing the team to ensure that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities. The Manager of Accounting requires strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal. Objectives:
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Relationships: Establish and maintain the following contacts and relationships for the purpose of coordination and communication between departments: Internal:
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field preferred. CPA is preferred. NRECA courses in supervision or equivalent preferred. All of these preferred requirements may be substituted with equivalent experience. Experience: Ten (10) years of progressively responsible utility experience in a utility accounting environment, preferably a cooperative. Supervisory experience is preferred. Job Knowledge: Expertise in accounting concepts, practices, and procedures; Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; RUS System of Accounts; cooperative policies; cooperative Terms and Conditions; cooperative Rate Schedules; general knowledge of utility agencies and associations such as Rural Utilities Service (RUS), National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) and Virginia, Maryland, Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives (VMDAEC) Must possess a thorough knowledge of all tasks within the accounting department to the extent of being able to direct training as necessary to refill or complete the work of all employees reporting to this position. Abilities and Skills: Must demonstrate expertise in a variety of concepts, practices, and procedures related to accounting. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Must be thorough and accurate in all work. Ability to deal with a variety of people in difficult situations; plan, organize and direct work schedules; recognize, understand and resolve problems. Must become proficient in the use of the company’s accounting software. This position also requires proficiency in written and oral communications and organization. Working Conditions: Must work beyond normal hours on a regular basis as required for completion of duties. Overnight travel required on occasion. |
Additional Salary Information: Pension, 401k, insurance, bonus
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