General Ledger Accountant

EKPC Company Information

Located in the heart of the Bluegrass state, East Kentucky Power Cooperative is a not-for-profit generation and transmission (G&T) electric utility with headquarters in Winchester, KY which is just a short distance from Lexington. Our cooperative has a vital mission: to safely generate and deliver reliable, affordable and sustainable energy to our 16 owner-member cooperatives serving more than 1 million Kentuckians across 87 counties. We’re leaders in environmental stewardship and we’re committed to provide power to improve the lives of people in Kentucky.

As passionate as we are about providing smart energy solutions, we are equally excited about people. We strive to cultivate connected workplaces where great ideas are born and rewarding careers are built.

EKPC offers a wage and benefits package that ranks among the best in the state. There is no waiting period on our medical, dental and vision insurance plans so you are covered on day one, and the dental plan is free for employees. Our generous 401(k) retirement plan allows employees to start contributing to their plan after a month of service, and after 3 months of service, EKPC will automatically contribute 6.5% of base wages AND match employee contributions up to 4.5%. Our competitive vacation and sick leave package starts day one to allow for flexibly and a healthy work-life balance.

For more information on our plentiful benefits package visit our website at https://www.ekpc.coop/work-ekpc

EKPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

No Expiration Date

This posting will remain open until the position is filled. We encourage you to apply early as we will review and consider candidates as they are received.

Hybrid Remote Schedule

This role has the option to be a blend of remote and onsite work if department and business needs allow and with approval from direct supervision. Our hybrid remote work schedule combines three (3) days on premises with up to two (2) days remote.

Considering Different Levels

The following levels are open for consideration: Mid and Senior.

All skill levels are being considered and the person chosen for the position will be placed in the level in which they are experienced.

Key Roles

This position is responsible for ensuring proper, accurate, and timely completion of various accounting applications, taxes, records, and financial reports within the established policies and requirements of general accepted accounting principles (GAAP), various regulatory agencies (RUS, IRS, Kentucky Revenue Department, etc.), and East Kentucky Power Cooperative. This position assists a designated area within the Accounting Department in maintaining financial records and ensuring financial transactions are properly recorded. Duties include, but are not limited to, transactional entries, preparation of journal entries, reconciling subsidiary ledgers, compiling data to aid other accountants, and working on projects or matters of limited complexity in a support role to facilitate the Accounting Department in ensuring proper, accurate, and timely completion of various accounting applications, taxes, records, and financial reports within the established policies and requirements of general accepted accounting principles (GAAP), various regulatory agencies (RUS, IRS, Kentucky Revenue Department, etc.), and East Kentucky Power Cooperative.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains the General Ledger Chart of Accounts, including the PeopleSoft tree structure that is used for combination editing, report writing and account roll-up.
• Ensures that proper controls are in place over financial processes and results.
• Plans and prioritizes work assignments in order to meet monthly close deadlines.
• Creates, reviews, and posts monthly journal entries ensuring their accuracy and compliance with GAAP as well as the Rural Development Utilities Electric Program (RUS).
• Creates and maintains allocations as needed.
• Prepares general ledger account reconciliations.
• Prepares the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and the policies or procedures prescribed or permitted by the Kentucky Public Service Commission and RUS.
• Prepares monthly management reports and flux analysis.
• Prepares and/or compiles RUS Form 12 and the FERC Form 1.
• Compiles other financial data for internal and external use as needed.
• Assists with research and documentation of technical accounting issues.
• Assists in the annual audit process by providing analysis, supporting schedules, or documentation as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Requirements

Education and Certifications / Licenses:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related area required. Accounting degree preferred, but if in related area, a minimum of 18 hours of college level accounting is required.
• Advanced degree or CPA preferred for Senior Level

Experience:

• Five (5) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
• Senior level - Seven (7) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of electric utility accounting and the RUS or FERC System of Accounts preferred.
• Familiarity with RUS, FERC, and PSC regulations preferred.
• Knowledge of Excel and ERP, with PeopleSoft applications preferred.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-starter with strong initiative.
• Must use discretion when dealing with sensitive accounting documents.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Ability to perform under changing circumstances and deadlines.
• Strong organization skills.
• Research and analytical skills.

Competencies

• Technical/Professional Knowledge & Skills
• Contributing to Team Success
• Decision Making
• Customer Focus
• Initiating Action
• Work Standards

Working Conditions

• Primarily an inside position with usual office conditions with regular lifting up to twenty (20) pounds and occasional climbing of step ladders.
• May require working outside normal hours.