Accountant

S&T is a local, member-owned telecommunications cooperative committed to serving our communities with quality products and services. We are looking to strengthen our Financial Team with someone who has a knack for numbers, a keen eye for detail, and an appreciation for procedures. The responsibilities of the Internal Auditing Accountant include working directly with the CFO to maintain the corporate financials by developing and implementing systems for collecting, analyzing, verifying, and reporting information. Core duties will be centered around assessing and evaluating internal controls and risk management systems while keeping auditing standards and industry compliance top-of-mind. On-the-job training will be provided; however, experience with and a basic understanding of GAPP and Regulatory Accounting will be rewarded.

Responsibilities:

• Audit balance sheet reconciliations and review expenses
• Review and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls
• Oversee operational and capital budget processes
• Lead improvement initiatives to enhance internal controls and optimize project efficiency

Qualifications and Requirements: 

• Associate/Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Law, Compliance, other related field, or equivalent work experience. 
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in the Telecommunications industry.
• 1-2 years of experience conducting audits in a regulated industry
• Valid Kansas driver’s license with a good driving record.

Personal Attributes:

• Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations.
• High attention to detail and the ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to manipulate and extract data from complex systems.
• Self-starter; able to see projects through to completion with considerable autonomy.
• High integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well and foster relationships at all levels of the organization.

Other Skills & Abilities: PC proficiency (primarily in a Windows environment) is essential, as is a strong working knowledge of Google Suites and advanced skills in Microsoft Office and accounting software and databases.

Benefits:

• Full family health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage on the first day of employment
• 401(K) Savings Plan with generous company contribution and match
• Hybrid work environment options
• Complementary S&T Services

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S&T has provided telephone services in Northwest Kansas since 1952. Our portfolio of products has grown since then, adding cable television, broadband, IT, and media services in over 20 northwest Kansas counties. We value our employees and offer a supportive environment as well as top-notch benefits. Drug testing is required. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.