Accountant - Payables
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Headquartered in Rutland, Vermont, our team strives to give Vermont’s utilities and their customers a reliable high-voltage grid, a strong unified voice on regional energy issues, and continued access to safe, reliable, cost-effective electricity. VELCO collaboratively develops and advocates cost-effective reliability solutions, whether system infrastructure, energy efficiency or generation. We have several openings:
Why you should join our team
This role is an entry level position responsible for a wide range of financial related tasks with a focus in Accounts Payable.
How you will make an impact
• Receive, review and process vendor invoices for electronic approval with the correct purchase order and project codes, as well as proper application of credits, discounts and sales and use tax.
• Support the reconciliation of vendor accounts to ensure accurate accounts payable.
• Research information to provide accurate and timely solutions to internal clients and vendors using various software applications and accounting systems.
• Maintain a filing system for financial information, records and documents to ensure accurate information is maintained and easily available.
• Monitor account balances, track expenses, prepare analyses of accounts and related financial activity.
• Communicate and collaborate with other departments, auditors, tax authorities and vendors on projects and activities.
• Prepare or update written procedures for accounting processes.
• Participate in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company.
• Perform other duties as required to support the Accounting Department.
Who you are
Associates degree in accounting/finance/business or equivalent finance experience at a minimum.
This is an entry level to the professional accounting family of jobs.
The fine print
• Experience with Microsoft Office and various accounting and database applications.
• Organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• A willingness to learn new skills and availability to change.
• Familiarity with the utility industry is a plus.
Other
A strong work ethic and ability to work independently is desired. The talent for teamwork, collaboration and communication are vital. The ability to manage multiple assignments and produce accurate results in a high demand environment is central to the position.
Important considerations
• Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk while working at a computer.
• Must be able to maintain a fast pace while completing complex work accurately, in potentially stressful situations, with competing priorities, within tight timelines and with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to work additional hours when necessary.
• Pay range: $24.30 - $29.16/hour. Starting pay will be determined at the time of offer based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate.
Benefits:
- Paid company holidays
- Paid time off
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401K
- Innovative & brilliant colleagues!
• Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
- VELCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
- VELCO is handling all aspects of talent acquisition internally and will not engage the services of third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters. We kindly request that these entities refrain from contacting us.
Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful reference checks, background check, physical examination, and drug screening. Effective July 8th, 2024, we are no longer requiring COVID-19 vaccinations from new hires. However, we reserve the right to reinstate this requirement at any time in the future. Depending on position requirements, additional assessments may be required.
- VELCO's headquarters are located in Rutland, Vermont. This is a hybrid position and the expectation is that the incumbent will spend at least two days per week onsite and more as needed.
- If you need an accommodation as part of the application or interview process please reach out.
Rutland, VT 05701