ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

GenPro Energy Solutions is a dynamic, fast-growing business based in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota, with projects locally, regionally, and across the country and Caribbean. GenPro is on the leading edge of providing efficiency and power generation solutions to residential and commercial customers as well as distributed energy solutions for communities and utilities.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

GenPro Energy Solutions is searching for an individual with great accounting aptitude that can initiate and adapt to the change that is inherent in a fast-growing company. This person will be responsible for daily accounting duties, emphasizing accounts receivable and payable. They will work closely with the Controller to protect the integrity of data, maintain confidentiality, and accurately process vendor payments. This position will also review, prepare, reconcile, and analyze accounts for management while actively supporting daily accounting tasks.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:  Financial Controller

JOB GRADE:  G-8, $19.49 – $25.78 per hour Based on Experience

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Act as the primary accounts receivable contact for internal and external stakeholders
• Create invoices and process incoming payments in compliance with financial policies, GAAP, and company procedures.
• Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts receivable data.
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Manage customer pre-payments on projects.
• Assess monthly finance charges, send statements and past due notices. Provide continued follow-up for timely payment.
• Complete monthly internal billing between related entities.
• Complete customer refunds.
• Verify discrepancies and resolve invoice issues.
• Accept customer credit applications and provide analysis for review and approval.
• Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status.
• Identify and implement process improvement initiatives relating to billing, invoicing, collections, AIA Billing, sales and use tax, and general workflow from project estimations to completion.
• Journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly financial close.
• Initiate and post ACH payments.
• Reconcile credit card payments.
• Complete vendor credit applications.
• Review incoming accounts payable invoices and enter for payment to proper general ledger accounts.
• Review vendor statements and request invoices, as necessary.
• Research discrepancies and resolve with vendors.
• Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all invoices, credits, and payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Ensure proper sales or use tax is assessed, as necessary.
• Research and follow-up discrepancies.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• Proficient in accounting software. Experience in NetSuite is a plus.
• Associate degree in accounting; equivalent and proven experience will be considered.
• Experience with construction companies, service companies or utilities.
• Demonstratable experience in multi-state sales, use, and excise tax, and AIA billing.
• Demonstratable knowledge of construction, contract, and time & material billing.
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software.
• Proficient in Excel and Word.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a strong work ethic and an elevated level of integrity.
• Must be well organized and a self-starter.
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable.
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable accounts receivable and payable systems and procedures and corporate procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with employees and clients in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Thorough understanding of financial chart of accounts and proper general ledger coding.
• Ability to make independent judgments and decisions based on standard policy or procedure.
• This job requires the employee to report to the office for all work performed.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Accounts receivable and payable practices and maintenance of general ledgers.
• Standard accounting or bookkeeping reporting processes and procedures.
• Working knowledge of software programs, including NetSuite, Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Effective customer service practices.
• English grammar usage, spelling, punctuation, and business vocabulary.
• Standard office procedures and practices.

 Applicants being considered for hire must pass a background check and drug test before beginning work. Refusal to submit to a background check or drug testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

 The information contained in this position description describes the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. The incumbent is responsible for performing all duties safely and efficiently in compliance with safe work procedures and safety regulations. This job description is not intended to constitute an offer or contract of employment. Job descriptions may and do change periodically.

GenPro Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.