Accountant

Coast Electric is currently seeking an Accountant II to prepare financial records and assist in maintaining an effective accounting and control system of recording, measuring, and reporting the financial condition, results, and efficiency of the operation of Coast Electric Power Association (“Coast Electric”) and CoastConnect, LLC (“CoastConnect”).

MISSION STATEMENT:

We exist to safely provide our member-owners superior service and dependable electricity at the lowest possible price and to improve the economy and quality of life in our community.

EMPLOYEE VALUES:        

Excellence, Trust, Safety, Innovation, Relationships, Commitment

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Accountant II will work collaboratively to maintain system books and general ledger accounts by performing appropriate journal entries and account reconciliations to report the financial condition of Coast Electric and CoastConnect to management.  Complete, examine, and interpret the meaning of accounting records, reports, and statements to ensure they are accurate and comply with applicable laws and regulations.  Find material misstatements that impact financial status.  Implement and maintain activity-based cost system. Prepare general ledger journal entries and performs assigned general ledger reconciliation.  Enter Accounts Payable data and reconciles to subsidiary ledgers. Maintain Equipment Management System, Fixed Asset System, and Miscellaneous Accounts Receivable System accounting by balancing subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger, ensuring the accuracy of transactions entered, performing reviews of transactions, and suggesting areas for streamlining and improvement.  Prepare audits of inventory transactions and test counts of physical inventory. Perform periodic audits of cashier deposits and petty cash.  Verify approval on all invoices and check requests.  Compare purchase orders, prices, terms of payment, and other charges and ensures all vendor discounts and credits are implemented.  Ensure bills are paid in a timely and accurate manner while adhering to departmental procedures and internal controls.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or a related field with emphasis in finance or accounting or an associate degree in accounting plus five years of experience is required. 
• Must be able to demonstrate a proficient level of professional skill and knowledge in accounting and keep current with developments and trends. 
• Must be able to utilize generally accepted accounting principles in carrying out the duties of the position. 
• Must have knowledge of and ability to use applicable information technology and systems to meet work needs such as developing worksheets, setting up functions, entering data, processing information, and producing forms and reports. 
• Must have knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures.
• Must be able to use mathematics to solve problems.
• Must have knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar, and must be able to communicate effectively in writing. Must be able to understand written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. 
• Must be able to give full attention to what other people are saying, in person and on the telephone, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. 

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

The work is mostly sedentary; however, occasional walking, bending, stooping, and stretching are necessary.  Must be able to reach, handle, finger and feel when collating, typing, and filing.  Must be able to talk and hear to express and exchange information and ideas.  Must be able to see to analyze reports and perform the accounting functions of the position.  Must be able to lift 10 lbs. maximum with occasional lifting and/or carrying such articles as a laptop computer; computer printouts of accounting records, etc. 

ESSENTIAL BUSINESS AND EMERGENCY RESPONDER:

During times of natural disasters, pandemics, or other unique situations, Coast Electric is designated as an essential business and/or emergency responder.  All employees must be prepared to report to work and continue performing job duties and responsibilities at a job site or facility at any time in the event of an emergency consistent with essential business requirements or applicable local, state, or federal law. 

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, Coast Electric reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/ PROTECTED VETERANS/ INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES