Accounting Associate

North Itasca Electric is seeking a professional and qualified accounting individual to join our team! We are looking to fill the position of Accounting Associate in beautiful, Bigfork, MN. NIECI is a small distribution electric cooperative located in breath-taking Itasca County. We serve roughly 5300 Member-Owners throughout our scenic service territory. With seemingly limitless options for fishing, relaxing, and outdoor activities, you will be welcomed by the finest gifts Mother Nature has to offer. Additionally, our service territory offers a state-of-the-art medical center, schools, many resorts, restaurants, and a small-town atmosphere second to none.

To learn more about this opportunity to join an amazing organization, please forward your resume to Debra Englund at Debra@HRExpertiseBP.comno later than July 12, 2023.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Five years of office and accounting experience
• An associate degree in accounting with relevant experience required; a bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Ability to work well with others
• Possess an eagerness to learn and grow
• Possess a strong desire to serve the Member-Owners of North Itasca Electrical Cooperative

Duties:

• Performs all accounting duties as assigned
• Balances capital credit module to general ledger monthly
• Runs allocation and retirement process, prepares estate listing for Board of Directors.
• Serves as petty cash custodian and construction fund trustee.
• Assists members with the processing of paperwork in relation to their patronage capital.
• Serves as backup for payment processing, cash drawer and deposit preparation.
• Serves as back-up for customer/member billing.
• Communicates NIECI rules and services to members
• In the absence of the Member Services Representatives, responds to telephone and reception area in a prompt, courteous and efficient manner, making sure accurate information is provided. Assists with overflow call volume during peak times, outages and emergencies.
• Maintains member and Cooperative files.
• Maintains member confidence and maintains confidentiality of information in compliance with Cooperative policy and procedures.
• Maintains updated knowledge of Cooperative policies and procedures.

NIECI is an equal opportunity employer and proud member of our community.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting and Office: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $30