Careers
If you are looking for a career in a growing industry with great benefits and co-workers, Craighead Electric is the place for you. We offer a great work environment with room for growth.
Accountant
Craighead Electric Cooperative is seeking a highly talented and motivated individual to fill the position of Accountant in our Jonesboro office. The accountant will assist in the maintenance and accuracy of all records and reports.
Excellent benefits package offered.
Applications will be accepted online.
Job Title: Accountant
Department: Accounting and Finance
Reports To: Controller;
Chief Financial Officer
Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or as Directed
Key Duties and Responsibilities
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Will
assist in the maintenance and accuracy of all records and reports, including
but not limited to:
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Invoices
and preparing accounts payable, writing, and mailing checks
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Payroll;
calculating and writing of checks
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General
Ledgers and balancing accounts within.
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Tax
reports: sales and use, quarterly tax, PSC, etc.
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Bank
reconciliation and ACH
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Board
reports
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Continuing
property records
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Record
retention
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Reports
for RUS, CFC, APSC, NRECA and all others as needed
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Maintains
familiarity with and can operate office equipment, including typewriter, computer
terminal, personal computer, calculator, copier, printers, and other related
equipment.
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Furnishes
to the Management Staff adequate data for written response to inquiries.
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Will
keep offices clean and neat.
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Performs
other duties as assigned or directed.
·
Will
be subject to 24-hour call out.
Qualifications
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Ability
to fully understand and apply RUS accounting principals.
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Ability
to communicate with members in person or over the telephone.
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Ability
to communicate/work with other employees.
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Ability
to operate business machines such as calculator, computer, and office copier.
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Ability
to understand and interpret Cooperative policies, procedures, and programs to
effectively carry out job duties.
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Ability
to understand and interpret PSC rules and regulations.
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Bachelor’s
Degree in Accounting required.
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Additional
education / work experience may be considered in lieu of education/work
experience.
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Experience/training
in the use of computers, terminals, copiers, calculators, etc.
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Experience
in meeting and dealing with people in a business setting preferred.
·
Must
be interested in providing assistance to both members and fellow employees and
in succeeding.
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Ability
to work with members / vendors / regulatory agencies concerning reports,
billing, collecting and other services.
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Ability
to work with other employees relating to the business of the Cooperative.
Physical Demands
Work is generally performed in the office. Work of position is generally varied. Position requires limited physical exertion. There are opportunities to relax from any physical exertion or to change position in work activities.
Personal Characteristics
Must be able to perform the essential elements of the position of Accountant competently, following a training period of not to exceed six (6) months. Must possess personal characteristics that will make a productive work team member, including but not limited to: high integrity, good personal habits, and regular attendance at work. Should be friendly and able to meet people easily and adjust to different personalities. Should be able to gain and maintain the respect of others, both inside and outside of the organization.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.