Accounting Manager

Statesville, NC

Job Description

About the Role

EnergyUnited is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead and oversee daily accounting operations within our Financial Services team. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and strong internal controls while supporting the Cooperative's mission and financial stability.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical expertise, supervisory experience, and a commitment to accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and supervise Accounting staff, including Accounts Payable, Payroll, Purchasing, General Ledger, and Cost Accounting

Oversee month-end and year-end close processes and preparation of financial statements

Ensure compliance with GAAP and RUS (Rural Utilities Service) accounting requirements

Prepare and review monthly balance sheet account analyses and financial reports

Develop and support the annual electric budget and ongoing budget monitoring

Perform budget variance analysis for operating and capital expenditures

Coordinate and support external audits (RUS, FEMA, insurance, and annual financial audit)

Prepare and submit RUS/CFC loan applications and manage related documentation

Maintain banking relationships and oversee banking service costs

Support preparation of required regulatory and government financial reporting

Assist the CFO with financial planning, analysis, and special projects

Serve as liaison for accounting systems, software, and data extraction initiatives

Skills & Requirements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field (advanced degree preferred)

Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience

Prior supervisory or management experience required

Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards

Experience with month-end and year-end close processes

Proven ability to manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting

Additional Requirements

Completion of RUS Borrowers' Accounting Course (willingness to complete after hire, if applicable)

Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a regulated environment

Work Environment & Schedule

Full-time, exempt position

Hybrid work arrangement (office + remote)

Standard hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

May require occasional extended hours during reporting cycles or deadlines

Must be available during severe weather or emergency events

Occasional travel to EnergyUnited offices as needed

Physical Requirements

Primarily sedentary office work with frequent computer use

Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs

Ability to move within office settings and access files/equipment

Must be able to communicate effectively and observe detailed financial information

Residency Requirement

Must reside within one of the 19 counties served by EnergyUnited or within a 40-mile radius of an EnergyUnited office location.

Why Join EnergyUnited?

At EnergyUnited, we are committed to our mission, values and our dedication to Be safe. Be secure. Be present. Be member focused.

We offer a collaborative environment where financial leadership plays a key role in supporting reliable service to our members and communities.

As a federal contractor subject to the nondiscrimination and affirmative action obligations of Executive Order 11246, as amended, and its implementing regulations, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and its implementing regulations at 41 CFR § 60-741, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act, as amended, and its implementing regulations at 41 CFR § 60-300, EnergyUnited EMC (hereinafter referred to as "the Cooperative"), with the full support of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), reaffirms that it will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, or status as a protected veteran.

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