Senior Accountant

Modern Electric Water Company; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

10 Paid Company Holidays

457(b) Deferred Compensation

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Training and Development Opportunities

Job summary

A leading utility company in Spokane Valley is seeking a Senior Accountant. This full-time role focuses on advanced accounting tasks, financial reporting, and compliance with regulatory standards. The company values employee development and offers competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Engage in advanced professional accounting tasks, focusing on financial transactions.
• Oversee financial operations ensuring compliance with GAAP and FERC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and special financial analyses.
• Assist management in achieving financial goals.

Skills

Active Learning

Critical Thinking

Mathematics

Reading Comprehension

Writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Five to eight years of responsible professional accounting experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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As part of our dynamic team, committed to providing exceptional customer service, utilizing innovation and collaboration you will play an integral role in our small, publicly owned, not-for-profit utility, that delivers water and electric services to about 10,000 homes and businesses in the City of Spokane Valley.

At Modern, we genuinely believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are passionate about supporting our employees’ development and empowering their success. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace with an environment that values and leverages the diverse talents, experiences, perspectives, and ideas of all employees.

On a daily basis, our employees face many exciting opportunities to help contribute to the overall success of our organization. As an employer dedicated to our workforce, we believe we’re better because of our employees. Through innovation and creativity, we can help create a brighter future for generations to come.

We are currently seeking a full-time Senior Accountant to become a valued member of our team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary that aligns with experience and the responsibilities of the role.

The Senior Accountant’s primary function is to engage in a range of advanced professional accounting tasks, focusing on the recording and reporting of financial transactions, and preparing comprehensive financial reports and special financial analyses. Provide valuable assistance to management staff in achieving financial goals. Additionally, this is a key role in overseeing the financial operations of the utility, ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and understanding the regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). This position requires strong financial expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to upholding the Company's mission and values.

Modern Electric Water Company provides a comprehensive package that includes compensation, benefits, retirement plans, and employee development. We have a variety of programs and options to fit your needs, including:

• Medical
• Vision
• 10 Paid Company Holidays
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Employee and Dependent Life/AD&D Insurance
• Critical and Accident Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training and Development Opportunities

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are required to submit an employment application and a current resume to Modern Electric Water Company. A cover letter detailing the reasons for their interest in the Senior Accountant position and outlining their contributions based on experience and education is also requested. Submissions, including the resume, application, and cover letter, should be emailed to [e-mail] with "Senior Accountant" in the subject line. Alternatively, they can be mailed to Modern Electric Water Company, Human Resources Dept., P.O. BOX 14008, Spokane Valley, WA 99214.

Hiring Process: The hiring process involves a review of initial applications, and selected candidates will be contacted for additional information and a possible interview. Job offers are subject to the verification of information provided during the application process as well as background check and pre-placement drug screening.

Knowledge:

• Clerical -Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography, and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Mathematics -Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• English Language -Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Economics and Accounting -Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Customer and Personal Service -Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Computers and Electronics -Knowledge of electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Skills:

• Active Learning -Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Active Listening -Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking -Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Learning Strategies -Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Mathematics -Using mathematics to solve problems.
• Monitoring -Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Reading Comprehension -Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Science -Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
• Speaking -Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Writing -Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Social Skills

• Coordination -Aligning actions with those of others.
• Instructing -Providing guidance on how to perform specific tasks.
• Negotiation -Facilitating collaboration and seeking resolution in discrepancies.
• Persuasion -Encouraging others to alter their perspectives or behaviors.
• Service Orientation -Proactively seeking opportunities to assist people.
• Social Perceptiveness - recognizing and comprehending others' responses and the reasons behind their reactions.

Education & Training Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field;
• Five to eight years of responsible professional accounting experience.
• Extensive experience with accounting, spreadsheet and word processing software, interactive websites, and other software tools.
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP and
• Understanding of FERC requirements – Preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and proven ability to meet deadlines.

Additional Requirements:

Any offer of employment made for this position is contingent upon successfully completing and passing all pre-employment screenings.

Modern Electric Water Company’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Modern Electric Water Company does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law. Employment at Modern is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.

Modern Electric Water Company is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application, interview process and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible. For more information or to request disability accommodation in the application process and/or interview process please contact Human Resources via email [e-mail] 509-928-4540.

This announcement is meant only as a general descriptive recruitment guide. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract and is not a complete description of the job.

Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

• 401(a) matching
• 457(b)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Ability to Commute:

Ability to Relocate:

• Spokane Valley, WA 99206: Relocate before starting work

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Utilities

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