Accountant I

Accountant I

We deliver affordable, reliable electricity, with a focus on efficiency and a commitment to environmental stewardship. We are dedicated to economic development, providing resources and supporting economic growth. Our employees are our greatest asset in meeting our mission to be an Oklahoma Agency of Excellence.

The Accountant I is responsible for reviewing and processing invoices and payments, maintaining accurate financial records, researching and resolving routine discrepancies, and assisting with reconciliations and other accounting activities. The Accountant I works closely with vendors and internal departments to ensure transactions are processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with established policies, procedures, accounting practices, and internal controls. This position requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and effective communication and customer service skills.

Essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for processing invoices, including 3-way matching with receipts and purchase orders
• Analyzes and reviews invoices for errors, including terms, missing signatures, and missing documents
• Processes payments to vendors and other payees in accordance with established payment schedules, policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Reviews invoices and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies, duplicate payments, missing information, or other issues and assists with resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assign invoice General Ledger coding in compliance with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) regulations.
• Reconciles vendor statements and researches outstanding invoices, credits, payment discrepancies, and other account differences.
• Responsible for the timely processing of payments using due dates and payment terms
• Prepares various reports for management, Board of Directors, and external parties such as the State of Oklahoma.
• Responds to vendors to answer questions and solve problems
• Works with internal customers to track all invoices and backup documentation
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualities

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to identify discrepancies, assess information, and resolve routine accounting issues.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and completeness.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with an emphasis on Excel.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or a similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) system preferred.
• Knowledge of or experience with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Title 18 Uniform System of Accounts preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally with employees, vendors, and individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities with outstanding customer service techniques allowing for development of strong business relationships.

Education, Training Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting, finance, accounts payable, or a related financial support role.
• Prior experience in the utility industry is preferred.

Certificates, Registrations, Licenses:

• Valid Oklahoma driver's license, or the ability to convert within 30 days for those with an out of state driver's license that are an Oklahoma resident.

Physical/Mental Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office setting
• Minimal day travel required, with overnight travel limited to attending training and conferences.

Other information:

• Position is located at the Administrative Center in Chouteau, Oklahoma.
• Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Highly-competitive benefits package.
• Minimal day travel required, with overnight travel limited to attending training and conferences.

If you're passionate about growth, teamwork, and making an impact, you'll love building your career with us.