Job Description
Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) is an organization of 61 member municipalities that own and operate their own electrical distribution systems. Inspired by the company’s mission to supply its members with reliable, cost-effective, long-term energy and energy services in a fiscally responsible and environmentally sensitive manner, members of the MRES team embrace the challenge of understanding and solving the evolving energy needs of all customers today, and for years to come.
Due to a retirement in the accounting department we are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Accounting team. You will play an active role with all aspects of MRES’s accounting functions such as accounts receivable, general ledger, accounts payable, reconciliations (GL and bank), and project tracking.
Candidate is preferred to have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field and a minimum of three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with accounting software; background with Great Plains is preferred; Microsoft Office experience with strong Excel skills; Excellent communication and written skills; and a high level of attention to detail and time management.
We provide a competitive wage, a comprehensive/low cost benefit package, and an outstanding work environment that promotes a long lasting career.
Apply today by visiting our website at careers.mrenergy.com. This position is open until filled.
Job Requirements
Accountant I:
1. Performs and assists with the miscellaneous accounts receivable function, including invoicing and aging of customer accounts.
2. Performs and assists with the member billing function and related reports.
3. Performs the purchase requisition to purchase order conversion within the accounting software.
4. Data enter and post accounting information to ledgers, journals and other books of original entry.
5. Performs and assists with the preparation of journal entries for multiple companies.
6. Performs and assists with the accounts payable, positive pay and MRES fixed asset accounting functions.
7. Creates and maintains documentation of projects, data, and software.
8. Assists with project tracking and reconciliations.
9. Performs and assists with corporate credit card and other employee expense report functions.
10. Provides assistance in the preparation of audit and other financial reports as assigned.
11. Represents MRES in industry, development, and project committees, task forces, and conferences as assigned.
12. Keeps abreast of relevant profession, industry, and inter-utility developments.
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Accountant II:
1. Performs all functions of the Accountant I position.
2. Assist with training of functions.
3. Performs and provides assistance for activities including collections, receipts, deposits, investments, and reconciliations.
4. Performs and provides assistance with project and capital budget tracking.
5. Performs and provides assistance in the preparation of tax, audit, budget, and other financial reports as assigned.
6. Creates and maintains permanent documentation of projects, data, and software related to this position.