What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Accountant/Accounts Payable position at Kit Carson Electric Cooperative, Inc.?
Under the supervision of the CFO, the Jr. Accountant/Account Payable Assistant, will assist the financial functions of Kit Carson Electric in the timely management of payables as well as other accounting activities as directed.
What you'll do:
- Review all vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment;
- Prepares vouchers and approved invoices for payment; processes company payments in a timely manner.
- Interfaces with appropriate departments to secure proper payment approvals.
- Participates in the preparation of the accounts payable check runs.
- Oversees maintenance of accounts payable files and records.
- Prepares 1099s.
- Responds to vendor and employee inquiries regarding invoices, expenses, and check requests; resolves invoice discrepancies.
- Processes and oversees expense reimbursement and reporting.
- Prepares support for, general ledger journal entries, fixed asset tracking, and monthly reconciliation.
- Analyzes and tracks accounts payable amounts; prepares analysis of accounts as required.
- Reviews and analyzes the organization's accounting operation; recommends improvements.
- Participate in month-end closing tasks, including AP accruals and account reconciliations.
- Assists with related special projects as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
What you bring:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Accounts Payable experience preferred
We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20