Accountant Accounts Payable (Remote)

Cable ONE; Springfield (IL); Remote; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with 100% company match

Group Legal plan with Identity Theft

Tuition reimbursement

Community support & recognition

Advancement opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Free Cable One services

Internet allowance

Job summary

Cable One is seeking an accounting professional to manage lease accounting and related GL activities. You will work across teams to ensure accurate reporting and internal controls in line with ASC 842.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, audit support, and ongoing learning of accounting standards. Remote-friendly with strong collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of practical general ledger accounting experience.
• Experience with ASC 842 lease accounting is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains lease accounting schedules in accordance with ASC 842.
• Develops understanding of end-to-end lease accounting processes and related controls.
• Prepares weekly/monthly/quarterly analyses and related journal entries.
• Reconciles balance sheet accounts and investigates variances.
• Supports internal and external audit activities including SOX compliance.
• Completes special projects and analyses as requested by leadership.
• Keeps abreast of FASB/SEC/PCAOB standards and assesses impact.

Skills

General ledger accounting

ASC 842 lease accounting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

At Sparklight/Cableone and our Cable One family of brands, we keep our customers and associates connected to what matters most. For our associates, that means: a thriving and rewarding career, respect for the communities where they live and work, a focus on health and wellness, an excellent work/life balance, and an open and inclusive workplace.

We are open to hiring remote if we find the right talent in any of the following states: AL, AR, AZ, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MD, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, OR, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT.

What you will do to contribute to the company's success

• Maintains lease accounting schedules in accordance with ASC 842.
• Develops detailed understanding of the end-to-end process of lease accounting, including related stakeholders, systems, accounting processes, and internal controls that support internal and external reporting.
• Proactively works on preparing weekly/monthly/quarterly analyses and related journal entries in support of lease accounting.
• Reconciles balance sheet accounts; Investigates and resolves variances on a timely basis.
• Supports assigned internal and external audit activities, including SOX compliance.
• Completes special projects and analyses as requested by department leadership.
• Proactively seeks to keep abreast of accounting, reporting and disclosure standards promulgated by the FASB, SEC and PCAOB that affect internal accounting and reporting practices. Provides sound analysis and supports the impact of changes.
• Other duties and/or responsibilities not specifically set forth above may, however, be assigned as needed. Whenever practicable and, in accordance with legal guidelines, reasonable accommodation(s) will be made to enable an otherwise qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university focusing in Accounting, or Financial Accounting; and a minimum of one year of practical general ledger accounting experience, preferably in a public accounting and/or corporate accounting environment.

• Experience with ASC 842 lease accounting is highly preferred

Core Competencies

• Committed: Values each customer, while working hard to keep their business and support our communities.
• Helpful: Delivers support in the ways that are most useful to our customers and addresses their needs with expertise, respect, and empathy.
• Proactive: Understand what our customers need, and actively works to make their relationship with use seamless, easy, and rewarding.
• Personal: Knows our customers well, and tailors our communications and interactions to address their needs and expectations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans – start when you start!
• Life insurance (self, spouse, children)
• Paid time off (vacation, holiday, and personal/sick days)
• 401(k) - 100% company match starts day 1 of employment (up to 5% of eligible compensation)
• Group Legal plan with Identity Theft Protection

Additional Perks

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 on 1st year)
• Annual community support to various organizations across the U.S.
• Associate recognition & awards programs
• Advancement opportunities
• Collaborative work environment
• FREE Cable One services for associates who live in a serviceable area
• Up to $75/mo. allowance for internet services not in a serviceable area

Our Commitment

Diversity lies in the communities we serve and among the associates who dedicate themselves to ensure our continued success. Here at Cable One and our family of brands, we believe it is our individual and unique talents, backgrounds and perspectives that, when combined, truly make us an unstoppable force. "Stronger Together" is not just a verbal cue, it is the motto that our associates live by, exemplify, and embody each and every day.

Cable One and our family of brands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Pre-hire Processes

Cable One and our family of brands is committed to keeping our associates and customers safe. Job offers are contingent upon the results of background, drug screening, and reference check. Only after successfully passing these pre-hire clearances are individuals approved for hire and ready to start their successful and rewarding career.

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