We are Consolidated Cooperative, located in Central Ohio providing electric, fiber, and gas services. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for our members and communities.   

We are seeking a payroll professional to help our team and our cooperative thrive. The ideal candidate thrives on serving their coworkers with positivity, accuracy, and ethical practices.

This position can work remotely. Our hybrid team gives you support to think, learn, and grow in a remote and/or in-person capacity. Rest assured, no one is an island, you will work closely with the rest of your team and have the support of other accounting professionals like yourself.

In the Payroll Accountant role, you’ll join a goal-oriented team where you’ll complete payroll and related processes for all services (electric, gas, and fiber), reconcile accounts, complete monthly general ledger entries, assist with month-end closing procedures, and complete various additional accounting tasks to support the financial services team and manager.

Connect and respect are two words that describe what we ask of all Consolidated team members. We all work to foster internal and external relationships to promote the positive image and competitive position of the cooperative through a respectful, constructive, and energetic style and an attitude of humble service to the cooperative's members, trustees, and employees. 

Education and experience required:

• Four-year degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field is preferred, work experience in lieu of education may be considered.
• Three years of accounting and payroll experience.
• Must have a working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Familiarity with RUS Uniform System is preferred.
• Capable of making full use of available tools and technologies.
• Effective communication, organization, and planning skills.
• Accuracy, self-motivation, emotional intelligence, and confidentiality.
• Aptitude to fulfill all competencies for the position: Finance & Cost Accounting / Financial Information Systems & Processes / Financial Responsibility / Compliance & Risk / Information & Records Administration / Standards & Practices.

Generous benefits package including:

• Paid Personal, Vacation, Holiday & Sick Leave Days.
• 401(k) (up to 7% contribution from co-op) & Defined Retirement (co-op funded) Plans.
• Dental, Vision, Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance paid for employees; Medical available at a minimal cost.
• Education/development opportunities & more!

_{Consolidated is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon the completion and evaluation of a drug screening test and a criminal background check in accordance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations. Consolidated is an Equal Opportunity Employer.}

_{Consolidated Core Competencies}

_{Safety-Focused * Business Acumen * Communication * Personal-Effectiveness * Problem-Solving * Service-Oriented}

_{Careers with Consolidated Cooperative’s family of companies. Consolidated Cooperative is a nonprofit, member-owned, and controlled organization serving the needs of nearly 18,000 members in eight counties of north central Ohio. Our mission is improving the quality of life of our members & communities by providing high-value energy & telecommunication services in environmentally & fiscally responsible ways. Our vision is to shape the future in our communities & be a top-tier performing leader that spurs the future growth & economic vitality of our region.} 

About Consolidated Cooperative

Consolidated Cooperative, Inc., is an energy and communications company that provides services that make life better for its members. Consolidated is trusted by its members and has built a reputation for delivering dependable services. Motivated by a shared desire to serve, Consolidated's employees constantly look out for their members' needs. In the future, Consolidated will remain a leader in bringing innovative services to its communities. Today we offer electric, fiber internet, and gas services. As time goes on new services will be driven by and pursued based on our mission: to make life better for people in our communities. This is the reason Consolidated exists - always has been, always will be.

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