This position is responsible for providing complete and accurate financial records within the prescribed system of accounts and providing statistical and financial reports.
Assists with the general ledger monthly closing, which includes performing, analyzing, and verifying the month-end tasks. Assists with the preparation and maintenance of audit schedules. Coordinates with cooperative employees on accounting issues including but not limited to general ledger account numbers and budget item identification classifications.
Assists with the preparation of operating reports for internal personnel and external agencies which includes, but is not limited to, the monthly board reports, special board requests, annual property tax return, annual form 990, annual report for unclaimed property, cost of services studies, financial forecasts, and year-end form.
Prepares the monthly bank reconciliations for all bank accounts. Works with Cashier and external bank personnel on reconciling issues.
Assists with the patronage capital yearly processes which include the allocation, escheatment, and retirement. Also helps with issuing and reissuing gains refunds.
Assists with the work order month close which includes performing, analyzing, and verifying certain end-of-the-month tasks. Assists with the special equipment summary as prescribed by RUS for loan purposes and permanent records.
Reviews and reports the miles of line constructed/ retired and the services added/ retired on a monthly basis.
Assists with updating and maintaining manual and computer subsidiaries including but not limited to continuing property records, work order plant listing, work order error listing, open and closed work orders, and material inventory.
Assists with updating and maintaining manual and computer subsidiaries for General Plant assets, including but not limited to, setting up vehicles and equipment in the software system and Fuel Master system, ensuring fuel usage is imported into the software system from the 3rd party vendor, maintain, and assign fuel keys for vehicles.
Assists with the purchasing of all materials, vehicles, equipment, and supplies in the most cost-effective and timely manner. Works closely with the vendors and manufacturers to ensure the delivery of high quality reasonably priced material on time.
Backup for Accounting Clerk I.
The following requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This position requires knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and procedures, accounting requirement of the RUS and Federal Energy Regulatory Commissions, and computer technology. Position performs a variety of duties which require a high degree of accuracy with attention to detail. Effective communication skills are required.
