Director of Accounting (Lancaster)

South Central Power Company; Lancaster (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Workplace flexibility programs

Wellness program

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k plan

Education assistance

Job summary

A regional electric cooperative is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead the accounting department in Lancaster, Ohio. The role involves ensuring proper asset utilization and maintaining accounting records. Ideal candidates will have at least seven years in accounting, management experience, and a CPA license. They will also demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation, workplace flexibility, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of progressively responsible accounting positions.
• Two years should include management and supervisory responsibility.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, cash management, and basic purchasing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for the accounting department.
• Ensure proper utilization and control of the cooperative’s assets.
• Produce accurate statistical information for cooperative management.

Skills

Leadership experience

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA license

Job description

Job Type

Full time, eligible for hybrid remote work

South Central Power Company, Ohio’s largest electric cooperative, is seeking an individual to fill the position of Director of Accounting.

This position provides leadership and direction for functions related to the Cooperative’s accounting department. The position is responsible to ensure the proper utilization and internal control of the cooperative’s assets; to ensure that all cooperative records are maintained in accordance with sound accounting procedures and principals and meet all requirements set forth in the R.U.S. Uniform System of Accounts; to ensure that accurate, adequate and timely statistical information is produced for use in cooperative management; and to ensure adequate and economically prudent financing of cooperative’s expenditures. The successful candidate will have strong leadership experience that fosters a culture of coaching, team building, and development of staff.

The position will work out of our Lancaster, Ohio office and report to the Chief Financial Officer. Direct reports include a staff of three with an additional three indirect reports.

Job Related Qualifications

What the job requires:

• Candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting. A CPA license is required.
• At least seven years of progressively responsible accounting positions. At least two of these years should include management and supervisory responsibility. Experience in a utility or related organization is preferred.
• Must possess a working knowledge of accounting principles, investments, cash management, RUS accounting, and basic purchasing procedures. Knowledge of basic auditing principles and practices is desirable.
• Excellent organizational and follow-through skills. Highly motivated, detail oriented and organized. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and verbal and written communication skills. Ability to identify areas of risk and inefficiency and determine process improvement opportunities to address such risk and inefficiency.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to establish and maintain collaborative work relationships at all levels within the Company.

South Central Power is a drug free workplace.

We do not offer visa sponsorship or accept candidates on work visas at this time.

Benefits Information

South Central Power offers a competitive salary and strong benefits package. Here’s a snapshot of the programs we offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Workplace flexibility programs
• Full wellness program including onsite fitness facilities and wellness reimbursement
• Paid time off – helping you rest and recharge
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• A 401k plan and defined pension plan helping you achieve those retirement goals
• Life insurance programs for employee, spouse and children
• Disability insurance for peace of mind
• Education assistance
• Employee assistance program – there when you need it most

Notice of Equal Opportunity Employment

We expect employees to be honest, trustworthy, and operate with integrity. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment) in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment status. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business. We fully consider all qualified applicants including those with a criminal history.