Sr. Accountant Project E&C

Located in the heart of the Bluegrass state, East Kentucky Power Cooperative is a not-for-profit generation and transmission (G&T) electric utility with headquarters in Winchester, KY which is just a short distance from Lexington. Our cooperative has a vital mission: to safely generate and deliver reliable, affordable and sustainable energy to our 16 owner-member cooperatives serving more than 1 million Kentuckians across 87 counties. We¿re leaders in environmental stewardship and we¿re committed to provide power to improve the lives of people in Kentucky.

As passionate as we are about providing smart energy solutions, we are equally excited about people. We strive to cultivate connected workplaces where great ideas are born and rewarding careers are built.

EKPC offers a wage and benefits package that ranks among the best in the state. There is no waiting period on our medical, dental and vision insurance plans so you are covered on day one, and the dental plan is free for employees. Our generous 401(k) retirement plan allows employees to start contributing to their plan after a month of service, and after 3 months of service, EKPC will automatically contribute 6.5% of base wages AND match employee contributions up to 4.5%. Our competitive vacation and sick leave package starts day one to allow for flexibly and a healthy work-life balance.

For more information on our plentiful benefits package visit our website at https://www.ekpc.coop/work-ekpc

EKPC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

No Expiration Date

This posting will remain open until the position is filled. We encourage you to apply early as we will review and consider candidates as they are received.

Key Roles

The Sr. Project Accountant is responsible for collecting, developing, analyzing, and reporting information related to major capital construction projects. In addition, this position is responsible for preparation of monthly payment requests, coordination of contractor change orders, payments, contracts, and waivers/affidavits. This position requires strong technical accounting skills, the ability to interpret complex data, explain forecast and budget variances, and complete financial reports in compliance with requirements of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and various regulatory agencies including Rural Utilities Services (RUS), Kentucky Public Service Commission (KPSC), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), as well as the policies established by East Kentucky Power Cooperative.

Key Responsibilities

- Develops, tracks, and reports key performance metrics for major capital projects.

- Reviews, analyzes, and interprets contracts, and identifies commercial requirements of contractors (e.g., pay terms, change orders, waivers/affidavits, wage rate compliance, etc.).

- Collects, reviews, and processes contractor/supplier monthly project invoices; ensures invoices have been received or accrued properly and timely to the correct cost reports and phase codes.

- Ensures timely, accurate payments to contractors and suppliers.

- Processes cost transfers on project cost reports.

- Prepares internal and external financial reports, explains relevant accounting transactions, and resolves accounting issues and discrepancies.

- Actively participates in and supports strategic projects throughout the year.

- Recommends and implements improvements in efficiency and effectiveness.

- Records, classifies, and summarizes financial transactions and events in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

- Ensures compliance with GAAP and IRS requirements.

- Assists in the annual audit process and provides documentation as needed.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Requirements

Education:

- Bachelor¿s degree in a related area required.

- Advanced degrees and/or certifications, including CPA, preferred.

Experience:

- Seven (7) years of related experience.

Skills and Abilities:

- Thorough knowledge and application of accounting principles and compliance.

- Knowledge of electric utility accounting, RUS, and PSC regulations preferred.

- Thorough knowledge of project financial planning and budgeting.

- Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively.

- Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills.

- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a variety of personnel at all levels of the organization, including external contacts.

- Demonstrated ability to develop and foster teamwork and trust in interactions with customers and internal stakeholders.

- Ability to work independently and in a team oriented, collaborative environment.

- Provides thorough and timely communication to leadership and team.

- Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.

- Demonstrates discretion, integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, and sound judgment.

- Ability to effectively prioritize work, manage time, and adhere to deadlines.

- Proactive and ability to adapt in changing conditions.

- Thorough experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and financial tracking software.

- Knowledge of Maximo and PeopleSoft applications preferred.

Competencies

- Technical/Professional Knowledge & Skills

- Contributing to Team Success

- Quality Orientation

- Decision Making

- Initiating Action

Working Conditions

- Primarily an inside position with usual office conditions with regular lifting up to twenty (20) pounds.

- Some travel required to other locations.

- May require working outside normal hours.

- Must wear personal protective equipment as appropriate.

- Must maintain valid driver's license.