Job Details

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN I 

Salary: Range 35 ($6,480- $7,878/month)

Employment Status: Regular, Non-Exempt, Full-Time position

Benefit Package: Regular, Full-Time Employee Benefits

Schedule Options: 4 x 10s or 5 x 8s

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

To Apply: Visit https://www.epud.org/about-us/careers/ to complete the online application and submit the following documents:

Cover letter (Explain why you want to be considered for this position. Please provide details about your past work-related experience to support your qualifications.)
Resume
Veterans` Preference Form, if applicable

Culture and Environment:

Emerald PUD is looking to add a knowledgeable, experienced, and motivated Accounting Technician I to our team. This position`s primary responsibilities include payroll and accounts payable processing with some related general ledger work. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a role with similar responsibilities at a corporation or agency with multiple departments and/or more than 50 employees where formal accounting processes and systems were in place.

At Emerald PUD, we take pride in delivering electricity to approximately 23,000 meters that serve our customers and communities, with safety and reliability as our top priorities. We were founded on the idea that employees should own part of the decision-making process and have upheld that value over the years. We strive to create an environment where employees are empowered to do what is right for both the utility and our customers. We are a small and nimble team that can adapt quickly when conditions change, and we get the opportunity to wear many hats and collaborate with other departments and employees on a regular basis. We provide flexibility with work schedules, offer a strong compensation and benefits package, and continuously look for ways to help our employees create and maintain a healthy work/life balance.

Core Values:

Service

• We`re motivated to serve others.
• We care about the local community.
• We improve the lives of those around us.

Flexibility

• We're willing to step into other roles.
• We adapt quickly.
• We`re responsive to the needs of others.

Empowerment

• We`re trusted to do what`s right.
• We take responsibility for our actions.
• We learn from our mistakes.

Reliability

• We do what we say we`re going to do.
• We`re always willing to pitch in.
• We`re there when others need us.

Safety

• We never forget the risk in our industry.
• We watch out for each other.
• We speak up.

Job Summary:

The Accounting Technician I position plays a key role in Emerald`s long-term strategic plan. This is a professional position with various accounting responsibilities. The primary focuses of the position include payroll, accounts payable, and other general ledger related work. Knowledge of accounting theory, principles and practices and their application is required.  Knowledge of state and federal laws related to payroll is also required. A qualified Accounting Technician I performs all duties and responsibilities described below with minimum supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Amount of time working in each function may vary. It is expected that the amount of time spent performing each function will fluctuate as needed for an employee to successfully manage their schedule.

1.      Payroll Functions

·         In-house payroll processing (currently biweekly for employees, monthly for Board members, and as needed)

·         Provide payroll-related support for employees

·         Coordinate with the HR Team regarding employee data

·         Audit payroll data output

·         Process related withholding payables

·         Distribute payroll checks and paystubs

·         Perform month end payroll process

·         Process quarterly and annual requirements, including W2`s

2.      Accounts Payable Functions

·         Continuous invoice distribution, coding, and entry

·         Weekly payment processing

·         Monthly statement review and follow-up

·         Maintenance of unclaimed property and annual filing with the state

·         Vendor file maintenance including W9`s

·         Prepare the annual IRS Form 1099

·         Company credit card processing

·         Be the custodian of petty cash, reimbursing petty cash account as necessary

3.      Responsible for maintenance, reconciliation, and analysis of assigned general ledger accounts.

4.      Assist in preparing journal entries, year-end closing adjustments, reconciliations, and documentation for the annual audit.

5.      Create miscellaneous accounts receivable invoices, process payments and follow up for collection

6.      Calculate and accrue other utility financial obligations as assigned.

7.      Assist with reviewing and monitoring accounting policies and practices for compliance with the accepted principles of financial management and internal controls.

8.      Identify finance/accounting-related problem situations and make recommendations for solutions.

9.      Act as a financial resource for all departments.

10.  Perform additional related duties as requested.

11.  Work Management

·         Embrace the culture of empowerment by using sound judgment, thoroughly reviewing and analyzing problems, making reasonable recommendations, and developing alternate solutions when necessary.

·         Work independently and take ownership of assignments, following through to ensure projects and tasks are completed on time and in a detailed and thorough manner.

·         Take the initiative to solve problems and explore opportunities to increase efficiency.

12.  Perform other special projects and duties as assigned related to the job.

Job Skills:

1.      Strong administrative skills to ensure the work gets completed timely and accurately.

2.      Ability to develop work products independently, own projects and tasks, organize work and time effectively, and meet stringent schedules with minimum supervision.

3.      Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors to accomplish tasks through teamwork, maintaining strict standards of confidentiality.

4.      Ability to use sound judgment and maintain strict standards of confidentiality when faced with problems or addressing employee and customer situations.

5.      Willing and able to learn new concepts and systems and adopt alternative techniques within the rapidly changing utility industry.

Experience:

1.      Must have three (3) years of accounting experience in a corporation or agency with multiple departments and/or more than 50 employees where formal accounting processes and systems were in place.

2.      Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Moderate to advanced Excel skills preferred.

3.      Significant knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, regulations, and internal controls.

Education:

1.      Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

2.      Associate`s degree in accounting preferred, or equivalent combination of education and five years of experience in payroll, payables, and general ledger accounting.

3.      Certified payroll professional preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

1.      Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.

2.      Use of office equipment where some agility and hand-eye coordination are needed.

3.      Work environment can include shared workspaces and exposure to consistent or frequent noise from employee conversations.

Note: This description is intended to represent the key areas of responsibility. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Nothing in this description restricts EPUD`s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to the job at any time. Job descriptions may occasionally be updated, as necessary, to reflect evolving business needs.