Accountant

Under the general supervision of the Controller, the Accountant is responsible for handling substantially all accounting functions for Black Hills Renewals, including the general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, month‑end close, account reconciliations, and will assist with financial reporting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintains the general ledger by recording, reviewing, posting, balancing, and reconciling journal entries, accounts receivable, and accounts payable, utilizing specialized accounting software to ensure accurate and timely account ledgers.

Performs the month‑end and year‑end close, including preparing journal entries, reconciling bank and balance sheet accounts, processing monthly customer invoices, entering accounts payable invoices from vendors, and preparing financial statements and supporting reports.

Manages customer and vendor relationships related to accounting, including resolving billing inquiries, applying payments, monitoring collections, and supporting payroll, sales and use tax filings, and external audit or tax preparation requests.

Analyzes financial data and prepares reports, statistical summaries, and other correspondence for the Controller and management; maintains files, records, policies, procedures, and internal controls important to the efficient and accurate operation of the Accounting Office; and recommends improvements to accounting processes.

ADDITIONAL TASKS

Performs all other duties as assigned and required.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Performs accounting duties in an office environment. Projects and data are time sensitive and must be performed with a high degree of accuracy and detail and within strict established deadlines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university and at least two years of progressively responsible accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and full‑cycle accounting, including the general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and month‑end close. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. Demonstrated superior analytical skills, with strong ability to review and organize numerous documents in complex matters. Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office products, with advanced proficiency in Excel, and demonstrated experience with general ledger accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or comparable systems). Ability to perform various administrative tasks. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to diverse client base. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written and verbal instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to pass required background check as related and may be required by Federal Regulations.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote