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 Receivable.
 

How you will make an impact

• Prepare and maintain processes and reports that reconcile billable project costs with general ledger activity to assure complete and accurate billing with financial, contract and regulatory guidelines.
• Reconcile customer accounts to ensure accurate accounts receivable.
• Research information to provide accurate and timely solutions to internal clients and customers 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 customers 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.

Apply today!