| General Purpose of Job This position is responsible for providing financial expertise and advice to senior executives to help align organizational performance with current and future financial needs. This position directs the finance and general accounting operations of the Cooperative and provides an accurate accounting for all financial transactions and establishes internal controls. Oversees the monthly closeout activities, preparation of journal entries for the general ledger, preparation of property tax filings, quarterly reports and preparation of monthly and annual financial statements. Oversees the Plant Accounting team and all capital transactions, including General Plant and Leases. Reviews transactions processed through the accounts payable system; authorizes and signs cash disbursements, credit balance, and capital credit checks. Oversees the budget preparation and distribution of e-mails notifying the departments their reports are available in the budgeting software for actual versus budget comparison. Oversees, leads, and manages all FEMA and FDEM grant projects. Minimum Required Qualifications and Competencies The following includes the minimum job requirements and essential duties for this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Some job requirements may exclude individuals that cannot be reasonably accommodated or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. Education - Minimum: Four (4) year bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or business administration with an emphasis in accounting.
- Preferred: Master’s degree and / or CPA or CMA in accounting, finance, economics or business administration with an emphasis in accounting.
Experience - Minimum: Ten (10) years of in a progressively responsible financial and accounting position with a minimum of five years managing the work of others.
- Preferred: Experience or similar work with an electric utility or related industry.
Other Requirements - Ability to operate a variety of office equipment, including a personal computer, printers, copy machines or telephone.
- Ability to work irregular hours for assignment completion and flexibility to change scheduling and report to work on short notice during emergency situations.
- Normal work hours will be eight (8) hours Monday through Friday, between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
- Successful completion of pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen.
Core Competencies - Safety: Implements and oversees safety programs, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines within their area of responsibility and promoting a culture of safety.
- Member Commitment: Implements initiatives to improve member satisfaction and responds proactively to member feedback.
- Honesty & Integrity: Maintains transparency and ethical behavior in all team activities, addressing any integrity issues promptly.
- Work Ethic: Encourages a strong work ethic within their area, recognizing and rewarding dedication and high performance.
- Inclusive Culture: Supports diversity and inclusivity efforts, ensuring that all team members feel valued and respected.
- Accountability: Ensures accountability within their area, monitoring performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Teamwork: Ensures that their area works cohesively, promoting teamwork and collaboration among team members.
Job Specific Competencies - Analytical & Technical Skills: Applies advanced knowledge of GAAP, financial and cash management, capital planning, budgeting and forecasting, plant accounting, bank investments, lines of credit, and allocation of patronage capital. Demonstrates ability to maintain accounting systems, produce financial statements, analyze variances, perform capital purchase calculations, and support annual budget and audit processes. Learns corporate accounting and customer information systems efficiently.
- Communication Skills: Uses strong interpersonal, written, verbal, and presentation skills to interact effectively with government agencies, management, employees, vendors, subcontractors, and others. Prepares reports, correspondence, procedures, and training materials with clarity and professionalism.
- Confidentiality & Professionalism: Maintains confidentiality and manages stress effectively in a dynamic environment. Handles multiple priorities calmly and consistently.
- Decision-Making & Leadership: Applies strong leadership, analytical, and process-management abilities. Demonstrates organizational skill, prioritization, time management, detail orientation, and the ability to guide work processes effectively.
- Industry Knowledge: Applies understanding of Florida abandoned property laws and working knowledge of RUS Uniform System of Accounts, cost of service methodologies, and retail rate design.
Supervisory, Management, and Leadership Competencies - Board Focus: Supports executive leadership in preparing materials and recommendations for Board of Trustees review and decisions.
- Vision and Strategic Orientation: Aligns departmental strategies with the organization’s long-term vision and goals.
- Lead Change and Manage Risk: Implements change initiatives and identifies potential risks, ensuring compliance and operational success.
- Member Focus: Drives member-focused initiatives within their department, ensuring alignment with organizational standards.
- Results Driven: Leads teams to achieve departmental objectives, ensuring contributions align with organizational priorities.
- Analytical Thinking and Decision Making: Applies advanced analytical skills to resolve complex departmental challenges and support decision-making.
- Innovation: Encourages the development of creative solutions to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Interpersonal Communications: Articulates departmental goals and progress clearly to teams and stakeholders, fostering understanding and engagement.
- Influence Others: Builds alignment within teams and across departments to drive initiatives forward.
- Relationship and Team Building: Develops strong intra-departmental and cross-functional relationships to promote collaboration and success.
Verification The above qualifications and competencies for this position may be verified through a combination of education, experience, interview questions and technical skills exercise(s). Essential Duties and Responsibilities This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative. Financial Management & Analysis - Coordinate the annual budget preparation process; monitor results, analyze variances, and advise senior management on financial status.
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, year-end statements, and short- and long-term financial forecasts, including debt portfolio strategies and impact assessments.
- Evaluate and recommend investment and financing options for short- and long-term funds, ensuring appropriate financial analysis for business decisions.
- Conduct periodic cost-of-service studies for rate classes.
- Prepare or coordinate special financial projects related to cash flows, financing, acquisitions, and deregulation.
Accounting Systems, Controls & Compliance - Maintain an appropriate system of accounting control, software applications, plant accounting, all capital transactions, accounts payable, and accounts receivable to ensure compliance with RUS, federal, state, and Board-approved guidelines and policies.
- Ensure adequate financial and accounting systems are maintained to support business decisions and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Monitor financial transaction systems to ensure correct recording, including cash disbursements and accounts payable.
- Maintain a systematic filing and retention system for all cooperative records.
- Coordinate the year-end financial audit.Stay current on trends, regulations, technology, and industry requirements affecting the accounting unit and the cooperative.
Regulatory & Tax Compliance - Exercise responsibility for IRS regulatory issues, ensuring Cooperative adherence to all IRS requirements.
- Prepare and file local, state, and federal tax returns, including sales and use tax, gross receipts tax, and public service commission assessment fees.
- Coordinate the preparation of loan applications and contracts.
- Oversees, leads, and manages all FEMA and FDEM grant projects and ensures compliance.
Vendor & Payables Management - Ensure appropriate procedures are in place to verify invoice validity, authorization, and timely payment within vendor terms.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with financial service providers.
Receivables & Non-Electric Billing Oversight - Monitor accounts receivable for all non-electric related invoices.
Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by or those an employee encounters to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Some requirements may exclude individuals that cannot be reasonably accommodated or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. This position has general sedentary office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional business travel may be required. |
