Accountant II

Ozarks Electric , headquartered in Fayetteville, Arkansas with offices in Springdale, Arkansas, Stilwell and Westville Oklahoma incorporated in 1938, is a member-owned electric cooperative, serving more than 90,000 meters across nine counties in Northwest Arkansas and Northeast Oklahoma.

Ozarks provides to its employees: 100% paid medical/dental coverage for you and your dependents, a defined benefit pension plan and a 401(k) plan with employer match. We also provide paid time off, 9 paid holidays, disability benefits, life insurance and tuition reimbursement.

**Job offers are contingent on passing a background check, proof of eligibility to work in the U.S., and passing a drug test. Ozarks does not accept medical marijuana cards because all our positions are considered safety sensitive.**

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position assists in providing the accounting functions of the Cooperative and its subsidiary in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in accounting required; CPA required.

EXPERIENCE: Five years of previous accounting experience required. Cooperative experience is beneficial.

JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Technical accounting expertise as well as analytical skills.

MAJOR JOB TASKS:

• Assist in preparation of the companies' financial statements including Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements.
• Assist in preparation of monthly statistical reports.
• Assist in maintaining fixed assets and the general ledger.
• Assist in preparing work order closeouts and maintaining the work order module.
• Assist in periodic forecasting for the Cooperative and its' subsidiary.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process for the Cooperative and its' subsidiary.
• Assist in workpaper preparation for the annual financial statement audit.
• Assist in preparation and filing various regulatory reports for the company and its subsidiary.
• Prepare various bank account reconciliations for the Cooperative and its' subsidiary.
• Assist in preparing and distributing Daily Usage Report to CEO and VPs.
• Conduct periodic cash drawer audits at headquarters as well as all district offices.
• Complete special projects as directed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.

The Accountant II shall be required to perform any other duties assigned to fulfill the objectives of the Cooperative.

EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Consumer/Members: Courteously answer member inquires, and, if unable to do so, direct them to the appropriate person, making every effort to gain their increased understanding and acceptance of the Cooperative plans, programs, and policies.
• Third Party Consultants/Auditors: Maintain working relationships with third party consultants.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be proficient in all office equipment necessary for the job function.
• Must have a valid driver's license without a violation that would prohibit insurability.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Work will be performed in an office atmosphere. Some irregular hours and/or overnight travel may be required from time to time.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical Effort: Sitting at a desk with computer monitor will be the most continuous position. Occasional lifting and/or carrying of up to 15 pounds may be necessary.
• The physical activities and environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports to: Supervisor of Accounting
• Supervises: None

Ozarks Electric is an EOE/AA/W/M/VETERAN/Disability employer