Revenue Accountant at Summit Utilities – FORT SMITH, Arkansas

Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.

Summit is a growing natural gas utility providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Revenue Accountant. This role can be hybrid in either Fayetteville or Fort Smith, Arkansas.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Revenue Account will apply principles of accounting to record financial information and create financial reports related to Summit Utilities, Inc. and subsidiaries’ activities and records.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Analyze and complete standard journal entries in accordance with month-end close schedule pertaining to revenue, commodity expense, regulatory assets and liabilities, AR and other entries as assigned.Prepare all entries in accordance with the deadlines per the close calendar.Prepare revenue and other reports assigned.Perform analysis on revenue and commodity expenses as assigned.Reconcile all revenue and cost of gas balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.Supporting regulatory team questions as requiredPrepare for and assist in completing annual audit including:Complete PBC schedules on a timely basisMaintain accounting in compliance with GAAP and regulatory authorities.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting required.0 to 2 years of similar experience required.Regulated utility accounting a plus.Proficiency in the use of Excel required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) and FERCAbility to maintain motivation and focus to complete tasks within required timelines. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks within tight timeframes.Possess strong organizational and project-planning skills.Work requires professional written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work well in a team and independently.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran status.