Accountant I

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this position will assist in planning, directing, reviewing all accounting functions to provide timely and accurate financial reports in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures and FERC chart of accounts that will result in the efficient management of NHEC. In addition, assist in accounting for work orders to assure accurate and current property records within established policies and requirements of FERC.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Supports the strategic goals of NHEC by assisting in the process of developing, reporting on, and achieving Balanced Scorecard objectives.
• Affirms that the General Ledger balances are accurate by reviewing the activity posted to the financial records of NHEC and performs monthly reconciliations to balance to subsidiary ledgers.
• Assists in the monthly closing of NHEC’s financial records by preparing and inputting journal entries. Initiates wire payments and manages daily operating cash and lines of credit in coordination with other accountants.
• Reviews and processes purchasing card expenses made by all purchase card holders within the company.  Ensures proper procedures are being adhered to and coding is done to appropriate general ledger account.
• Provides backup to the Accounts Payable Specialist as needed by periodically preparing the weekly check run process in their absence.
• Provides backup to the other Accountant I by monitoring cash transactions and wire transfers.
• Assists in the external auditing process by developing and providing various schedules required by the outside audit firm. This includes follow-up questions or analysis work that may arise.
• Assists the Work Order Cost Accountant with the monthly closing process for work orders to ensure work orders are accurate by verifying the accuracy of transactions posted to the work orders and ensure work orders are posted to the continuing property records in a timely manner.
• Ensures an efficient and effective accounting function is maintained by providing back-up support as requested.
• Provides historical financial information to management by compiling data and generating reports as assigned.
• Supports the cultural goals of NHEC by exhibiting self-leadership, developing and maintaining effective working relationships, being results oriented and innovative, and seeks feedback.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Education and Experience:

• Minimum of an associate degree in accounting, finance or business, plus 5 years of experience.
• An ability to handle a variety of diverse tasks and organize work to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Teams) and strong communication skills.
• Must be able to effectively communicate information on financial accounting both verbally and in writing.
• A solid understanding of Accounting Theory and the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• General knowledge of cost accounting.
• Must be proficient in using spreadsheets with Excel or similar software, and capable of developing business applications related to accounting tasks.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business or related field is preferred plus 3 years of accounting experience.
• Work order accounting experience.
• Exposure to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission uniform system of accounts

All NHEC Staff:

• Embody NHEC core values and encourage others to do so as well.
• Emergency Restoration
  • Assistance with restoration efforts is required of all employees.
  • Employees will be assigned functions to support storm restoration and for some employees that may be different from their normal duties.
  • Such assistance may require working nights, weekends and holidays which may involve considerable extra hours.
  • In order to meet this working condition, all employees are required to provide a personal phone number where they may be reached after hours.  This number will only be used for internal purposes.
• Safety
  • Safety shall be an integral part of every employee’s job and includes being proactively aware of potential hazards not only to themselves but also their co-workers and general public.
  • Safety is at the forefront of everything we do at NHEC, therefore becoming ingrained within our culture.  NHEC is committed to the safety of our employee’s, members, and general public.
• Professional Development
  • Take proactive steps towards personal and professional growth, seeking out opportunities for skill enhancement and staying abreast of industry trends.

Working Conditions:

Normal office conditions, occasional overtime may be required. Positions eligible for a hybrid work schedule will be dependent upon management approval & workload, however on-site office work in the Plymouth, NH area will be required.  

Will be required to work long hours on occasions, especially during major system outages. Limited travel required in the performance of work responsibilities and representing NHEC at various professional and association meetings. 

ADA physical and environmental factors.

• Prolonged sitting or standing

Additional Information

Review of applications will begin October 27, 2025, and will continue until the position has been filled, or otherwise closed.  Please be prepared to provide a resume and cover letter to complete your application. Any application not containing a resume and cover letter will be considered incomplete.

Compensation:

NHEC views compensation in a holistic and transparent manner. We are committed to providing our employees with work-life integration, generous time off, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and additional programs that enhance our employees and members lives.

The targeted salary range for this position is $75,905.90-$85,790.97 with anticipated pay for new hires between the entry and midpoint of this range and could vary above or below the listed range. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of NHEC's total compensation package for employees. 

The Organization: 

Headquartered in Plymouth, New Hampshire, NHEC is the largest member-owned electric cooperative in New England, providing electric utility service to consumers and businesses in 115 communities throughout New Hampshire. There are 220+ employees serving our members, which is at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make, and our mission is to provide our members access to affordable, reliable electric service options that support and simplify their lives. The electric utility industry is currently undergoing enormous change as consumers look for new ways to manage energy costs through renewable energy, distributed energy resources such as solar arrays and battery storage, energy efficiency, electric vehicles, and energy-related apps on smart devices. 

There is much to be proud of in our existing organization, and a genuine enthusiasm for what the future holds. It is an environment in which individual leadership and initiative are highly valued and encouraged, and success is viewed as a shared accomplishment to be celebrated by all. Ensuring our members have the energy they need, the information they want, and a partner they can trust is what makes us difference. We invite you to learn more about the impact you can have by exploring our website at www.nhec.com.

EEO Statement: 

It is NHEC’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. NHEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, family care status, veteran status, military service, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.  

NHEC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

FLSA Classification: Exempt/Non-exempt
Job Classification: Individual Contributor
Safety Sensitive: No
Pay Grade: 8