Join our growing team and discover why Summit Utilities, Inc. continues to earn national and regional recognition as an employer of choice. Our recognitions include Best Places to Work in Maine (2019–2025); Best Places to Work in Arkansas (2020, 2023, 2025); Best Places to Work in Oklahoma (2022–2025); Best Places to Work in Missouri (2023 and 2026); Best Places to Work in Colorado (2025); Forbes America’s Best Small Employers (2023); and, most recently, Proud and Purposeful Employer (2026).

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.

POSITION SUMMARY

Applies 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 both standard and complex journal entries in accordance with month-end close schedule pertaining to payroll and expensesPrepare all entries in accordance with the deadlines per the close calendarPerform trend analysis on accounts as assignedReconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basisInitiate ideas for process improvements and engage in the successful implementation of those ideasPrepare work in an organized and thorough manner ensuring ease of management reviewIndependently resolve issuesWork closely with the State Ops and FP&A departments on coding, research and questionsWork on special projects, engaging individuals within the department as well as externally to see initiatives to their completionPrepare for and assist in completing annual audit including:Complete PBC schedules on a timely basisMaintain accounting in compliance with GAAP and regulatory authoritiesRespond to auditors’ questions in accordance with corporate policies and procedures

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting requiredMinimum 3 years of accounting experience requiredRegulated utility accounting a plusProficiency in the use of Excel required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP)Ability to maintain motivation and focus to complete tasks within required timelines Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks within tight timeframesPossesses strong organizational and project-planning skillsWork requires professional written and verbal communication skillsAbility 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.