Accounting Specialist II

SECO Energy (Sumter Electric Cooperative); Sumterville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SECO Energy is seeking a dedicated accounting professional to share responsibility for accounts payable and receivable, supporting daily activities, month-end close, and year-end audit processes at the cooperative.

The role covers general ledger transactions and reports, balancing, reconciliations, depreciation, tax reports, cash receipts and disbursements, and fixed assets management, with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Three (3) years of experience with accounts payable/accounts receivable and/or general ledger accounting.
• Preferred: Experience within an electric utility or related industry.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable to support daily accounting activities.
• Support month-end close processes and year-end audit activities.
• Handle general ledger transactions and prepare reports, balancing and reconciliations.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

General ledger

Month-end close

Year-end audit support

Asset management

Education

Two year associate degree in accounting or related discipline

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration with a concentration in accounting

RUS Borrower Accounting course

Job description

General Purpose of Job

This position will share responsibility for accounts payable and receivable to support the daily accounting activities of the Cooperative, its month-end process, year-end audit process and various special projects; general ledger transactions and reports, balancing, reconciliations; depreciation, tax reports, cash receipts and disbursements, fixed assets and asset management.

Brief Description

Energize your Career at SECO Energy!

General Purpose of Job

This position will share responsibility for accounts payable and receivable to support the daily accounting activities of the Cooperative, its month-end process, year-end audit process and various special projects; general ledger transactions and reports, balancing, reconciliations; depreciation, tax reports, cash receipts and disbursements, fixed assets and asset management.

Minimum Required Qualifications And Competencies

The following includes the minimum job requirements and essential duties for this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Some job requirements may exclude individuals that cannot be reasonably accommodated or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Requirements

Education

• Minimum: Two (2) year associate degree in accounting or related discipline.
• Preferred: Four (4) year bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration with a concentration in accounting with one year of related experience.
• Preferred: Completion of RUS Borrower Accounting course within 3 years of hire date.
• Job-related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Experience

• Minimum: Three (3) years of experience with the following: accounts payable/accounts receivable and / or general ledger accounting.
• Preferred: Preferred: Experience within an electric utility or related industry.

Other Requirements

• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment, including a personal computer, printers, copy machines and telephone.
• Ability to work irregular hours for assignment completion and flexibility to change scheduling and report to work on short notice during emergency situations.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen.
• Normal work hours shall be eight (8) hours between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Personal Protective Equipment

- No

Living Requirement

- No

Driving Requirements

- No

Core Competencies

• Safety: Follows safety procedures diligently, identifies potential hazards, and takes appropriate action to maintain a safe working environment.
• Member Commitment: Provides exceptional service to members, actively listening to their needs and ensuring their satisfaction.
• Honesty & Integrity: Acts with honesty and integrity in all tasks, maintaining transparency and ethical standards.
• Work Ethic: Demonstrates a strong work ethic by consistently meeting deadlines and achieving high performance in all tasks.
• Inclusive Culture: Contributes to an inclusive culture by respecting and valuing diverse perspectives and collaborating effectively with all team members.
• Accountability: Takes responsibility for their actions and decisions, ensuring they meet commitments and deliver