Staff Accountant: GL, GAAP & Financial Reporting

Kentucky Association of Electric Cooperatives Inc; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kentucky Electric Cooperatives in Louisville, KY is seeking a Staff Accountant to support General Ledger accounting and reporting, with involvement in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. You will contribute to accruals, reconciliations, year-end audit support, and financial reporting across multiple entities.

The role requires 2 years in accounting/finance with GAAP experience, a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and a collaborative, data-driven mindset to work with vendors and

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in an accounting or finance department with GAAP experience preferred.
• Experience in a multi-entity environment is preferred.
• Innovative and data-driven.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly journal entries.
• Create financial reporting packages for Senior Management and the Board of Directors.
• Reconcile and analyze general ledger accounts monthly.
• Develop financial reporting using ERP and BI tools.
• Review and process payments for select Accounts Payable and Sales Tax accounts.
• Review inventory adjustments for proper accounting.
• Evaluate new GAAP pronouncements and advise leadership on implementation.
• Prepare documentation for year-end audit engagement.
• Collaborate with all levels of staff and maintain vendor/customer relationships.
• Work with Accounts Receivable to apply cash and process credits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Multi-entity accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Job description

Kentucky Electric Cooperatives in Louisville, KY is seeking a Staff Accountant to support General Ledger accounting and reporting, with involvement in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. You will contribute to accruals, reconciliations, year-end audit support, and financial reporting across multiple entities.

The role requires 2 years in accounting/finance with GAAP experience, a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and a collaborative, data-driven mindset to work with vendors and