Accounting Manager

We're Hiring: - Accounting Department Manager

Location: Kingfisher, OK

Posted: May 15, 2026

Application Deadline: June 16, 2026

Pioneer Telephone Cooperative, Inc is seeking a driven, strategic and experienced Accounting and Capital Credits Manager to oversee its financial accounting operations. This leadership role is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and FCC Part 32/64 accounting rules. The role is ideal for a highly motivated professional who is an effective communicator that embraces ownership, critical thinking, and developing strong teams while supporting the company's mission and strategic plan. A bachelor's degree in accounting is required to be considered for this position.

This is a full-time, exempt position with standard hours of 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, and occasional after-hours or weekend responsibilities.

What you will Do:

As the Accounting Manager, you'll guide all Accounting and Capital Credit operations while managing and developing an accounting team. You'll serve as both a financial expert and people leader – coaching, mentoring and collaborating across departments playing a key role in budgeting, audits, and financial analysis ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with strategic initiatives.

Key Skills for Success...

You'll be most successful in this role if you bring strong analytical ability paired with confident communication:

• Analyze, interpret, and clearly communicate financial datato leadership
• Communicates with clarity, purpose, and approachability within your team and across the organization
  • Assertivewhen making decisions and providing direction
  • Analyticalwhen discussing financial performance and process improvements
  • Personal, building trust and strong working relationships
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skillswith the ability to investigate issues thoroughly
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams, and Office applications
• Excellent time managementwith the ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to prioritize responsibilitiesand shift focus as business needs evolve
• Deep Knowledge of accounting principles and business operations
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills

Who You'll Lead...

You'll manage a diverse team including:

• Accountants
• Accounting Representatives (AP, AR, GL, Inventory, Purchasing, Regulatory, Lifeline/ACP, Capital Credits)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

We're looking for a leader who takes ownership and thinks ahead:

• Highly self‑motivatedwith a strong drive to deliver results
• Strategic mindsetwith the ability to see the big picture
• Analytical and naturally skeptical, asking the right questions to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Ownership mindset-you take responsibility and follow work through to completion
• Quick learnerwho adapts easily to new systems, processes, and regulations
• Diligent and investigative, with strong attention to detail

Physical Requirements...

• Sitting or standing for extended periods, walking, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity including close vision.
• Occasionally it may be required to lift up to 20lbs.
• May be required occasionally to stoop, kneel or bend.

(Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and physical requirements)

Important Notes...

• This is a safety-sensitive position under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act.
• BYOMD (Bring Your Own Mobile Device) is required.
• FRW (Flexible Remote Work) is available for this role.
• AWL (Alternate Work Location) is available for this role.

Why Pioneer?

We're more than a telecommunications company-we're a community. At Pioneer, you'll find a workplace that values collaboration, innovation, and service excellence. Join us and help power the connections that matter most.

We provide a competitive benefits package, featuring a 14.6% employer contribution to your 401(k)-retirement plan.

Questions? Contact LaDonna Hedrick at 405.375.0226

(Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and physical requirements.)

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans