Corporate Accountant

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today—for our customers, communities and each other.

This important role will directly support the Corporate Accounting Manager in the accounting operations. Part of a dynamic team that will perform routine and special projects. Supporting functions including accounting analyses, preparation of reports and interpretation of accounting results, account reconciliations, and classification and recording of accounting transactions.

$55,450 - $83,300 (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Finance Manager

Rapid City, South Dakota

• Assist and prepare the reconciliation of general ledger accounts and investigate reconciling items to ensure appropriate resolution.
• Assist with the monthly financial close by aiding in the preparation of account reconciliations, journal entries and maintaining accurate supporting documentation. Assist with analyzing period‑over‑period fluctuations on the balance sheet, income statement, and account level and provide insightful commentary of key business drivers. Support the development and maintenance of internal controls. Prepare and distribute reports and provide analysis and support as needed on a monthly basis for both internal and external needs.
• Assist with data requests for rate case support, internal and external audit, and financial reporting. Ensure that information provided is accurate and presented in a useful and understandable format.
• Assist in the development, documentation, and upkeep of accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist in documenting internal controls and ensure that they are operating effectively.
• Assist with ad‑hoc analysis and special projects as needed.
• Utilize technological solutions to reduce risk and increase efficiency as part of process improvement initiatives. Document and/or update procedures as applicable.

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or Economics
• No experience required. Training provided.

• Understands how operational and financial decisions impact the financial statements, including impacts to GAAP, SEC reporting, and internal controls. Understands risk factors and mitigation of risk.
• Demonstrates ability to collect, analyze, model, and interpret information to evaluate accuracy of expected results, articulate the financial implications, and enable informed decision making that considers impacts across the company.
• Understands data, data mining tools (Excel, Power BI, etc.) and system interfaces and applies technology solutions to job responsibilities. Use tools and techniques to effectively organize information and explain performance.
• Establish and promote strategic and innovative thinking to achieve common goals as a team. Possesses honesty, integrity, and empathy. Demonstrates active listening skills to successfully manage, mentor, empower, inspire, and influence others.
• Able to identify the problem and analyze potential solutions. Assesses risk and uses judgment when implementing change with clear understanding of cross‑functional implications. Maintains a mind‑set of continuous improvement.
• Understands publicly traded business models. Applies functional, operational, technical knowledge and skills (including GAAP, and SEC guidance) to drive financial results.
• Seeks to understand, anticipate, and address needs through adaptable and quality interactions while balancing the needs with the broader organizational goals. Establishes and maintains effective, trusting and respectful relationships.
• Anticipates and recognizes a changing environment and…