Accountant

Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association•Rockford, MN

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric utility serving rural Wright County and western Hennepin County since 1937. Today, we provide safe, reliable electricity to more than 59,000 member accounts while remaining committed to the communities we serve. Position Summary Wright-Hennepin is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join our Financial Services team. In this role, you will apply your accounting expertise and technical skills to support accurate financial reporting and ensure the Cooperative continues to deliver reliable, cost-effective services to our members. This position requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness, along with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or Associate’s degree in Accounting with 2+ years of relevant experience
Cooperative accounting experience preferred
Sound knowledge of GAAP
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
Effective written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Prepare and post monthly journal entries in accordance with GAAP and RUS Uniform System of Accounts
Assist with monthly financial reporting, including operating statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
Maintain accurate subledgers and perform timely account reconciliations
Support the annual audit process by preparing schedules and assisting auditors
Assist with budget preparation and data entry
Complete sales and property tax filings and stay current on tax regulations
Prepare monthly reporting, including generator reports
Partner with internal teams to research and provide financial information
Complete sales tax and property tax filings and stay abreast of changing sales tax rates and jurisdictions, and taxable products/services
Review contracts, process invoices, and execute accounts payable, including preparing and obtaining W9s and vendor validations
Contribute to special projects as needed
Help execute the Financial Services annual work plan
Develop cross-functional knowledge to provide backup support across accounting functions
Participate in department and Cooperative meetings
Engage in ongoing training and development opportunities