Staff Accountant; Lancaster

Full time, eligible for hybrid remote work

South Central Power Company, Ohio’s largest electric cooperative, is seeking an individual to fill the position of Staff Accountant at our Lancaster office.

Include performing general accounting tasks and assisting with keeping all accounting records in accordance with the RUS Uniform System of Accounts. This individual will ensure that our financial processes run smoothly and efficiently, participate in the annual budgeting process, and be responsible for various accounting tasks such as closing monthly financial statements, supporting internal audits, preparing compliance filings, maintaining records, and preparing reporting packages for the Board of Directors and management.

The role also involves working collaboratively across departments.

The successful candidate will develop strong relationships, be highly self-motivated and detail-oriented, proficient in accounting practices and procedures, and an advanced user of the Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel. Candidates must also be able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a timely manner and have experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

This position reports to the Accounting Manager and is based in Lancaster, Ohio.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required. Candidates working toward CPA licensure are preferred.
• Applicants should have prior experience, whether through internships, coursework, projects, volunteer work, or extracurricular activities.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize multiple systems/products fluently.

South Central Power offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Workplace flexibility programs
• Onsite fitness facilities and wellness programs
• Paid time off to rest and recharge
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• A 401(k) plan and defined pension plan for retirement savings
• Life insurance programs for employees, spouses, and children
• Disability insurance for peace of mind
• Education assistance
• Employee assistance program

We expect employees to operate with honesty, trustworthiness, and integrity. Discrimination and unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment) are not tolerated. We promote success based on individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, or employment status. We comply with all applicable anti-discrimination laws and fully consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history.