What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Operations Accountant position at Summit Utilities Inc?
Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.
Summit is a growing natural gas utility company providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence, diversity and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Operations Accountant with the opportunity to work on-site or hybrid from one of our AR, OK, MO, ME office locations.
POSITION SUMMARY
Applies principles of accounting to record financial information and create financial reports related to Summit Utilities, Inc. and subsidiaries’ activities and records. Senior level position is expected to provide guidance and leadership to less experienced members of the team and/or peers, as needed, to ensure efficient and effective completion of month-end close and other projects as assigned.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Analyze and complete both standard and complex journal entries in accordance with the month-end close schedule pertaining to payroll and operational expenses.
- Prepare all entries in accordance with the deadlines per the close calendar
- Perform trend analysis on accounts assigned
- Reconcile all balance sheet accounts monthly
- Initiate ideas for process improvements and engage in the successful implementation of those ideas
- Prepare work in an organized and thorough manner ensuring ease of management review
- Independently resolve issues
- Lead/manage special projects, engaging individuals within the department as well as externally to see initiatives to their completion
- Prepare for and assist in completing annual audit including:
- Complete PBC schedules on a timely basis
- Maintain accounting in compliance with GAAP and regulatory authorities
- Respond to auditors’ questions in accordance with corporate policies and procedures
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
- Minimum 4 years of accounting experience required
- Regulated utility accounting a plus
- Proficiency in the use of Excel required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP)
- Ability to maintain motivation and focus to complete tasks within required timelines
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks within tight timeframes
- Possess strong organizational and project-planning skills
- Work requires professional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work well in a team and independently
Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.
Summit Utilities, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
