Controller

Job Description

Vernon Communications Cooperative is seeking an experienced Controller.

Description: The Controller maintains all or a significant portion of the cooperative’s accounts and accounting records. Maintains general and subsidiary ledgers and prepares operating and financial statements. Represents the cooperative to its subscribers and other duties as directed by supervision.

Potential Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain VCC financial budgeting.
Maintains accounts and accounting records.
Maintains general ledger.
Management of short-term investments and cash flow.
May research, recommend and administer long-term investments.
Prepares operating and financial statements for the cooperative.
Examines various financial statements and transactions for completeness and accuracy.
Examines various financial statements and transactions for conformity with established accounting rules.
Ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Prepare for audits and assist auditors.
Supervises clerical and bookkeeping activities.
Prepares or oversees the completion of the various regulatory filings and data requests.
Prepares or oversees the completion of the various state and federal tax filings.
Prepares or oversees the depositing and recording of bank deposits.
Prepares or oversees the balancing of cooperative’s bank statements.
Processes or oversees the processing of accounts payable and account receivable accounts.
Assists the CEO/General Manager with short-range and long-range operating plans and budgets.
The previous list is not all inclusive. Many new tasks and responsibilities will be assigned as needed by CEO and Controller.

Position Requirements:

BS or MS in accounting.
Familiar with RUS guidelines for telephone borrower accounting.
Familiar with FCC and USAC accounting and procedures.
Five years of progressive telco operations (plant & office) experience.
Familiar with standards, rules, and regulations governing telephone utility operations.
Computer literacy including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

Skills Required:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to effectively and clearly write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to effectively present information to groups.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions and apply to practical situations.
Establish and maintain effective working relations with staff.
Willingness to work extended hours, weekends and holidays as necessary.
Capable of fostering close relationships with other administrative personnel creating a positive work environment based on teamwork and mutual respect.
Competent in identifying tasks that need to be completed and initiating the necessary activities to complete those tasks.
Maintain a positive attitude during times of increased workloads and unexpected deliverables.
Travel may be required.
Must obtain valid driver’s license.