Senior Accounting Analyst

Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association is seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst who wants an exciting work atmosphere and to be a part of a team dedicated to exceptional service.

Leveraging deep accounting expertise and strong analytical skills, the Senior Accounting Analyst plays a key role in both financial reporting and strategic financial analysis for the Association. This position ensures the accuracy of financial statements, performs complex account reconciliations, develops budgets and forecasts, and delivers meaningful insights through in-depth financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, record and review journal entries and compile supporting documentation during the normal course of business.


• Assist in the fixed asset accounting including work order and special equipment capitalization, depreciation calculation, additions/retirements, tagging, reconciliation, and periodic physical inventory of general plant.


• Reconcile general ledger accounts, including bank reconciliations; research and resolve discrepancies.


• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports through and take action to correct any problem areas which prevent timely completion. 


•  Prepare special reports, accounting analyses, calculations, and allocations, as required; recommend/implement improvements for efficiency.


• Research and prepare statistical reports using data from NiSC system and internal systems; consolidate information into cohesive and understandable correspondence or other written form for use in management decision-making.

 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required; CPA is preferred.  


• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience; electric utility or cooperative accounting experience strongly preferred. Experience with FERC/RUS accounting standards is highly desirable.

We are proud to offer a competitive wage and benefit package to include:

• Medical, prescription and dental insurance with 100% employer paid premiums


• 401(k) with base and matching contributions/defined benefit pension plan


• Holistic wellness program


• Life insurance


• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave


• Tuition reimbursement

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. 

Complete job description available here or at www.pvrea.com/careers

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer