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 yea