Accounting Clerk

Umatilla Electric Cooperative•Hermiston, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position, under supervision, may be assigned essential duties relating to accounts payable, accounts receivable, construction and maintenance of work orders, special equipment, plant records and fixed asset records, as well as assisting with materials inventory processes. This position also maintains the UEC accounting systems in accordance with the RUS uniform system of accounts and standard accounting practices.

Requirements

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school
Two (2) or more years in general accounting or bookkeeping experience in a comparable organization.

Nice To Haves

RUS or utility accounting experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains the UEC accounting systems in accordance with the RUS uniform system of accounts and standard accounting practices.
Demonstrates experience, knowledge and willingness to provide clerk support for all related accounting areas, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Work Order Processing; as well as Capital Credits, Inventory, Fixed Assets, Account Balancing/Reconciliations.
Establishes and maintains vendor records.
Evaluates transactions to determine appropriateness of approval and receipt of goods and services.
Reviews and ensures the appropriate account codes are used for transactions.
Processes check requests, expense reports, and invoices for payment.
Processes consumer deposit and membership refunds as requested.
Prepares accounts payable checks and distributes checks after signed.
Files or scans accounts payable and receivable records according to the records management policy.
Processes UEC recurring and non-recurring miscellaneous invoices, as directed.
Handles approved billings for property damages and line extension contribution in aid of construction billings.
Processes, as directed, HES monthly invoices for credit card processing, special equipment, line extensions, and conservation projects.
Analyzes completed work orders for appropriate account coding, process for closing, and prepares Inventory of Work Orders for submission to RUS.
Updates special equipment files with installed and retired equipment.
Balances and maintains Continuing Property Records.
Provides assistance in processing and completing estate capital credits processing, material physical inventory, and fixed assets.
Performs month-end or year-end accounting processes and prepares reports; reconciles ledgers and records; and assists with preparation of audit work papers.
Offers backup and assistance to other accounting functions as directed to ensure the smooth and timely flow of financial data, and the compliance with policies and regulations.
Ensures department records are filed and/or scanned according to policy.
Maintains punctual, regular and predictable attendance.
Works collaboratively with colleagues and fosters a spirit of cooperation in the workplace.
Conducts themselves in a manner that reflects well on UEC and contributes to harmonious relations with members and the general public.
Respectfully takes direction from supervisor and/or manager.