Accounting Specialist - Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable

Accounting Specialist

Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC) is looking for a full-time Accounting Specialist to join our team! This position is full-time and reports to the South Pittsburg, TN office.

Objectives

This position is responsible for creating and maintaining accurate and timely accounts payable records, processing payments, supporting vendor relationships, assisting with month-end accounting processes, generating financial reports and protecting the Cooperative's assets through careful review, reconciliation, and documentation.

Requirements

• Ability to effectively manage unique core responsibilities
• Terrific accuracy and attention to details
• Discretion with sensitive information
• Talent for recognizing inconsistent or invalid data
• General understanding of accounting principles
• Proficient in the use of computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Must live in the SVEC service area or be willing to relocate to the service area

Education / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, plus 1-3 years of experience in an accounting-related role

Responsibilities

• Compare invoices to receiving reports and purchase orders, verify invoice accuracy, and produce checks or electronic payments.
• Process payables to ensure accurate and timely payment of Cooperative liabilities.
• Maintain and reconcile subsidiary records for customer receivables, deposits, and other detailed asset and liability accounts.
• Perform online payable functions to maintain the Cooperative's credit standing.
• Prepare and post journal entries as needed.
• Prepare federal tax documents for accounts payable vendors.
• Maintain W-9's and tax exemption forms for the cooperative.
• Assist with the Month-End Closing processes for the Cooperative.
• Assist with Cooperative incoming and outgoing mail
• Processing member payments and posting to respective member accounts
• Prepare reports documenting account or program activity.
• Serve as a Cooperative contact for accounts payable issues and inquiries.
• Perform other corporate and accounting duties as needed or assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Must possess visual acuity and manual dexterity, as well as the ability to listen and communicate orally.
• Constantly listens and communicates orally with employees, members, visitors, etc.
• Frequently sits while working at a desk.
• Frequently uses a keyboard and 10-key calculator.
• Occasionally walk short distances around the office or between office and office storage area while performing job duties.
• Occasionally carry up to 20 lbs.
• Occasionally climb stairs while performing the duties of the position.
• Occasionally standing or bending over while performing job duties.
• Some overtime work, driving and traveling to other district offices may be required.

Reporting Relationships

This position is located within the Administrative Services group and reports to the Vice President/CFO.

Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative