Accountant I

Summary of Position:

Generally assists the CFO. This position contributes to the financial integrity, accuracy and timely recording, posting, and reporting of the Cooperative's financial transactions.

Core Competencies:

Work effectively as an employee of Paulding Putnam and maintain good job behavior.

· Must be supportive of Cooperative business concepts and principals.

· Must be of high integrity, dependable and professional.

· Punctual and conscientious about work hours and perform overtime when requested. Communicate with supervisor when unable to work at the appointed time.

· Accept responsibility for the duties of your position. Work diligently toward complete accurate work assignments.

· Develop the necessary skills and knowledge to perform the duties of the position. Attend meetings and seminars as directed.

· Continually develop and recommend more efficient and effective ways of carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the position.

· Review and abide by established policies and procedures of the Cooperative.

· Must have a high regard for the safety of themselves and others. Promote safety in every activity and attend scheduled safety meetings as directed. Become familiar with and abide by the PPEC safety rules and procedures.

· Must have the desire to work as part of a team and contribute to the high morale in the organization. Promote teamwork through communication and cooperation. Treat co-workers in a professional manner and consider the opinions and personal needs of others.

· Accept and adapt positively to changes in your position and within the Cooperative. Develop a commitment to accept ongoing change.

· Be a positive influence within and outside the Cooperative.

· Support the Cooperative’s mission by staying current with information to cultivate and positively project the Cooperative’s philosophy.

Job Responsibilities:

Within the limits of established policies, procedures and budgets, assumes responsibility and has commensurate authority as delegated by the CFO for the following functions:

· Understand and complete the Work Order processes and gain an understanding of Cooperative Work Order accounting including an analysis of current W/O processes; making recommendations for changes in processes based on knowledge of software system and perform the posting and closing of W/O comparing the invoice totals to amounts posted to W/O.

· Presentation of monthly RUS 219 report completed and track open work orders each month.

· Maintains subsidiary records for construction and retirement work in progress, determines city sales tax liability on material used, record miles of line added and retired, records services added and retired, closes work orders and is responsible for inventory of work orders.

· Maintains the account payable records, including all required subsidiary accounts and schedules in accordance with the RUS uniform system of accounts.

· Performs accounts payable month end processing and prepares month end reports.

· Establishes and maintains vendor records.

· Verifies accuracy of inventory and other invoices.

· Reviews transaction to determine propriety of approval and receipt of goods or services.

· Reviews or selects appropriate account code for transaction.

· Processes check requests, expense reports and invoices for payment.

· Prepares accounts payable checks, monitors signing of checks, and distributes or mails checks.

· Files accounts payable voucher and posts accounts payable transactions.

· Reconciles subsidiary ledgers, records and vendor statements.

· Assists with preparation of annual IRS Form 1099 statements.

· Processes time sheets to complete bi-weekly payroll and reports as needed. Includes annual processes such as W-2's. Request and complete any required W-4 forms.

· Complete the annual payroll true-up for the Bureau of Worker's Compensation.

· Coordinate and maintain continuing property records and run depreciation including setting up schedules for future capitalization items.

· Prepare and file property tax filings for Indiana and Ohio.

· Run Bi-Annual processes and reconcile the Bad Debt Write-Off.

· Assist with detail records on designated general ledger accounts for O & M review and reconciliation which would include month-end reports.

· Maintain property records for plant accounting.

· Maintain GL and post monthly Batch and manual entries as needed.

· Complete CIS to GL balancing daily

· Reconcile monthly sales report to GL.

· Complete Miscellaneous Receivables invoices and follow up on unpaid invoices in a timely manner.

· Process paperwork and complete board reports for Capital Credit processes.

· Assist with annual budget planning and presentations.

· Organize, assists and participate in the annual audit processes including gathering of information for external auditors.

· Data collections and timely entries for the internal COSS

· Data collection and entries for COSS and year-end financials

· Perform all duties in accordance with Safety Rules and Policies as established by the Cooperative

· Attend meetings are requested or assigned including overnight travel.

· Subject to random drug and alcohol testing consistent with Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative policies.

· Performs such other duties as directed by the CFO.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to:

Chief Financial Officer

Supervises and Directs work of:

None

External relationships:

Cooperative Employees and Members

Specifications:

Education and Experience:

· High school graduate; Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required or 3-5 years experience in Accounting or related field. Previous job experience preferred.

· A combination of education, training and experience may be substituted when competency in the role is demonstrated.

Skills and Abilities:

· Must be able to operate computers and various software programs proficiently.

· Must be able to type and operate a calculator proficiently.

· Must be able to communicate fluently and effectively, both written and verbally.

· Must be able to determine priorities, organize work schedules and direct people effectively.

· Must be able to write neatly, read and interpret written instructions.

· Must be able and have initiative to work without close supervision.

· Must be able to handle pressure of meeting multiple deadlines.

· Must have excellent organizational skills.

Additional Expectations:

· Maintain confidentiality regarding PPEC proprietary information and other department information. Overtime may be required to complete the duties as directed.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

· Must be physically able to function in the position.

· The majority of the time will be in a climate controlled office.

· Some travel and occasionally overnight trips.

· Irregular work hours and overtime may be expected.

· Must possess a valid driver’s license.

· Irregular work hours and overtime may be expected.

· Must be able to work well with many types of individuals and groups with various backgrounds, philosophies, and experiences.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Paulding, OH 45879 (Required)

Work Location: In person