Accountant

Mpsutility; Moorhead (MN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health insurance

Benefits package

Job summary

Moorhead Public Service (MPS) is hiring an Accountant in Moorhead, MN. The role handles general ledger entries, accounts payable/receivable, inventory, fixed assets, and payroll within established policies.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting, 3+ years of accounting experience, and CPA designation or eligibility; CPA pursuit is encouraged. Excellent health benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and CPA designation or eligibility.
• 3+ years of accounting experience including general ledger, AP, AR, inventory and payroll.
• Ability to pursue CPA designation if not yet obtained.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and post entries to the general ledger.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable timely and accurately.
• Manage inventory, fixed assets, and payroll with consistent recordkeeping.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and adherence to MPS policies.

Skills

CPA designation or eligibility

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

General ledger

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Inventory

Fixed assets

Payroll

Job description

Accountant * Dashboard* Job DetailNew## AccountantMoorhead Public Service Location: Moorhead, United StatesWebsite: https://www.mpsutility.com TodayJob InfoDepartmentAdministrativeJob CategoryAccounting/FinanceJob TypeFull-timeJob Salary Range$ 82,222 - 126,485 Per YearZip Code56560Posted10/22/2026Job StatusStart Publishing10/20/2026Stop Publishing11/14/2026DescriptionMoorhead Public Service (MPS) is accepting applications for an Accountant. Under limited supervision, this position performs a variety of accounting functions and tasks, including maintaining and posting entries to the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, fixed assets, and payroll, as well as working with the utility billing system.Those functions include compiling, preparing, and maintaining financial data and records, and ensuring that all financial data is recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in accounting; three years of accounting experience with general accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and payroll; and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or the ability to obtain CPA designation.Desired qualifications include five years of utility accounting experience with general accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and payroll.The 2026 salary range for this position is between $82,222 and $126,485 annually. Excellent health insurance and benefits package.The application form and job description are available by clicking this link Applicants MUST complete an MPS Application for Employment to be considered for employment with MPS. EOE.Closing Date: Friday, November 13, 2026.