Accountant 1

MLGW; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MLGW in Memphis, TN is seeking an Accountant 1 to support general accounting, risk management and budgeting activities. The role emphasizes accurate journal entries, ledger reconciliation and timely financial reporting.

The successful candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 0–2 years of experience, with a strong eye for details and the ability to work in a structured office environment at AB01 David F Hansen Admin Bldg, 220 South Main Street, Memphis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
• 0 to 2 years of accounting experience required.
• Works in office under good conditions; occasional field analysis for inventory, research and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Compile/verify figures for financial, statistical and budget reports (balance sheets, income statements, budget and pension reports).
• Prepare journal entries for recording information to the general ledger; assist in reconciling accounts.
• Assist in developing/implementing less complex accounting and budgeting procedures; maintain pension payroll data.

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

| | | | | --- | --- | | Accountant 1 - (260000P5) Description Accountant 1 will perform entry level professional accounting duties with concentration in one or more areas to include General Accounting, Risk Management/Employee Benefits and Budget & Plant. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Compile/verify figures for various financial, statistical and budget reports such as balance sheets, income statements, statistical, annual, budget and pension reports. Prepare journal entries for recording information to general ledger. Assist in reconciling general ledger/budget accounts to detail records; make necessary correcting entries. Prepare portions of TVA monthly financial report, monthly reports of TVA insulation loan accounts, annual reports for TVA, financial information for AGA, pension computations and actuary reports and various other reports. Assist in the development/implementation of less complex procedures for new accounting and/or budgeting procedures. Maintain daily accounting detail information for entry to the general ledger and budget; maintain/control information related to pension payroll. Prepare various reports and special studies as required. Perform other duties as directed. Qualifications **LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS** A valid driver's license from state of residence is required. **EDUCATION** Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field is required. **EXPERIENCE** 0 to 2 years of experience in accounting is required. **ADDITIONAL INFORMATION** Works in office under good conditions. Occasional field analysis for inventory, research and/or to solve problems. Physical Demands: Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular basis; and dexterity in operating office equipment. This position requires vision, hearing and speaking abilities. THIS LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY Primary Location: USA-TN-Memphis Work Locations: AB01 David F Hansen Admin Bldg 220 South Main Street Memphis 38101-0430 Job: Accounting & Finance Organization: 0331310 Management and Property Accounting Job Posting: Sep 9, 2026, 12:23:49 PM Minimum Salary: 63,481.60 Midpoint Salary: 79,352.00 | | |