Accountant

Accountant

Company Summary

TEC is a communications company with a vision of connecting customers to the world and strengthening the communities we serve. As a family owned and operated business, we value your success and personal growth within the company. We strive to strengthen employees, build customer relationships, expand our fiber network, and increase profitability so that we can reinvest in our employees, company, and communities that we serve. As an Accountant, you’ll join an elite team that is connecting rural Americans with dedicated fiber broadband services.

With 100 years in business, TEC is an established innovative communications leader. In the early to mid-1900s, TEC connected countless people to the telephone for the first time. And today, we are accelerating access to high-quality, reliable internet solutions for communities that need it most. With offices in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, and Louisiana, we are playing a major role in the largest internet infrastructure buildout in the history of our country, and you can be a part of this exciting time.

Job Description

TEC is seeking an Accountant to provide support to the Accounting management team with a variety of accounting concepts, practices, and procedures. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your career with an employer that is on the cutting edge of the communications industry, then join TEC!

BASIC POSITION SUMMARY:
The overall purpose of this job is to provide support to the Accounting management team with a variety of accounting concepts, practices, and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The essential job functions and duties described below may not be the only requirements of the position. It may be necessary to follow other instructions or perform other related duties required by the company.

• Preparation of general ledgers in Microsoft Dynamics SL, includes accounts payable coding in Altec DocLink and some billing.
• Preparation of financial statements in FYISoft.
• Preparation of various monthly analysis and account reconciliations.
• Provides information and support for the use in the preparation of tax returns.
• May include preparation of tax and book depreciation.
• Preparation of cash flow supporting schedules.
• May prepare regulatory filings and tax returns.
• Assist in preparation of subsidiary and/or consolidated annual financial statements with footnotes.

Education/Experience – Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or bachelor’s degree in other related field with accounting experience. A minimum of one (1) to two (2) years’ experience in general ledger accounting. Must be proficient in the use of Excel and other Microsoft applications.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Requires the ability to understand accounting concepts, practices, and procedures. Requires skills of accuracy and precise attention to detail. Requires strong written and verbal communication skills. Requires excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize. Strong aptitude for numbers, spreadsheets, and financial reports. Must possess strong organizational skills.

TEC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability, or any other category protected by applicable Federal, State, or local laws, except where age and gender are essential bona fide occupational requirements, or where disability is a bona fide occupational disqualification. Furthermore, Equal Employment Opportunity will be provided for qualified disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam Era as well as other protected veterans. TEC is committed to the idea that all employees must be treated with dignity and respect. Each and every employee is expected to help maintain a nondiscriminatory workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Jackson, MS 39201: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person