What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Accountant position at Orcas Power & Light Co-op?
Job Title: Head Accountant
An Eastsound based, non-bargaining unit position responsible for developing, implementing and managing accurate financial and managerial accounting systems and procedures consistent with federal regulations.
The primary function of this role is to oversee the accurate recording of all receipts and expenditures, maintain internal financial controls, assist with the management of cash flow, and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting documents.
This position requires a high level of interaction with various stakeholders, including departmental employees, board members, auditors, vendors and suppliers, and the public.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and manage a managerial reporting system to provide accurate, timely and complete financial and budgetary information.
- Assist the Manager of Finance in supervising and developing professional departmental staff.
- Gain and maintain a thorough understanding of OPALCO's computer software and accounting systems.
- Prepare monthly financial statements, trial balance reports, and consolidated annual financial reports.
- Evaluate and ensure compliance with federal, state, and county requirements.
- Manage cash flow requirements and coordinate short-term needs with long-term objectives.
- Attend meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions.
- Review publications and audio-visual material to stay current on accounting principles and practices.
Requirements:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
- Valid Washington State driver's license.
- First aid/CPR card.
This position performs work under the direct supervision of the Manager of Finance, but extensive leeway is granted for exercising independent judgment and initiative. Depending on experience and knowledge, the Head Accountant performs duties with minimal supervision and exercises great care with respect to making accounting and financial reporting decisions within federal guidelines.
