Staff Accounting II

Cable ONE; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values its associates and fosters a collaborative work environment. This role involves overseeing the accounts payable process, ensuring compliance with company policies, and contributing to financial reporting. With a strong emphasis on personal growth and community support, this position offers an excellent benefits package, including medical plans, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement. If you're passionate about accounting and looking for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Annual community support

Recognition & awards programs

FREE Cable One services

Vehicle for daily work purposes

Remote access to premium channels

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of practical general ledger accounting experience.
• Knowledge of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (U.S. GAAP).

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the accounts payable process.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve variances.
• Support internal and external audit activities.

Skills

General Ledger Accounting

U.S. GAAP

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

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, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MD, MN, 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

Responsibilities include overseeing and managing the accounts payable process. Your role is essential in ensuring that all vendor invoices and payments are processed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

Set forth below is a list of the essential duties and responsibilities (or "essential functions") of this position:

1. Develops detailed understanding of the end-to-end process of assigned areas, including related stakeholders, systems, accounting processes, and internal controls that support internal and external reporting.
2. Prepares weekly/monthly/quarterly analyses and related adjusting entries in support of assigned areas.
3. Reconciles balance sheet accounts; investigates and resolves variances on a timely basis.
4. Supports assigned internal and external audit activities, including SOX compliance.
5. Completes special projects and analyses as requested by department leadership.

Education and/or Experience

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

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.

Other Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (U.S. GAAP).
• Superb attention to detail, strong planning and organization skills, and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and deliver quality results on time.
• A passion for learning, continuous improvement, and personal growth.

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: Understands what our customers need, and actively works to make their relationship with us seamless, easy, and rewarding.
• Personal: Knows our customers well, and tailors our communications and interactions to address their needs and expectations.

Benefits

Cable One and our family of brands offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• 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. Stipend
• Remote Access to select premium channels (Cable One, Sparklight, Cable America, and ValueNet Fiber only)
• Vehicle provided for daily work purposes, if residing within a reasonable radius from the office location

We’re an Award-Winning Organization!

• Forbes’ “America’s Best Midsized Employers” 2021-2023

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 race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, 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 checks. Only after passing these pre-hire clearances are individuals approved for hire and ready to start their career.