Associate Accountant

Joining the Hope Gas team means being part of a company that truly values its employees and fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment. We have built a strong reputation in West Virginia by prioritizing our commitment to the local community and the well-being of our dedicated team. With the state's abundant natural resources and thriving energy sector, Hope Gas offers the perfect platform for ambitious individuals seeking career growth and stability. Not only will you find fulfilling career opportunities with us, but you'll also contribute to the sustainable growth and prosperity of West Virginia through our community engagement and environmental stewardship efforts. As we continue to deliver essential energy services to the region, we invite you to join us and become an integral part of our history, shaping our future together. Read more to discover the exciting possibilities waiting for you at Hope Gas!

POSITION SUMMARY
The Associate Accountant is responsible for supporting the organization’s financial integrity through accurate preparation, review, and recording of accounting transactions and account reconciliations. This role ensures compliance with reporting standards and internal controls, daily and month transaction recording, and contributes to timely month-end, quarterly, and year-end close processes. The position works closely with internal and external stakeholders and cross-departmental teams.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Record daily cash transactions
• Participate in monthly natural gas wellhead purchases distribution process
• Coordinate monthly gas supply invoice actualization with gas supply and accounts payable team
• Assist in investigating GL coding discrepancies with budget and accounts payable team
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations and variance analysis
• Assist in documenting accounting procedures and controls
• Perform appropriate accounting controls
• Participate in month-end closing, quarterly and year-end financial reporting activities
• Interact with internal and external customers

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The team member in this role will:

• Serve as an Individual Contributor without supervisory responsibilities.
• Support and contribute towards team goals and objectives.

LEVELING
The Associate Accountant performs work under close supervision in a learning capacity and applies foundational knowledge to assignments of limited scope, follows established procedures, and seeks guidance for unfamiliar tasks or problems.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong computer skills, including MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of internal controls documentation
• Understanding of accounting information systems
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Strong analytical ability and organization skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Working knowledge of U.S. General Accounting Principles (GAAP), practices and procedures

EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field OR 
• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent AND
• At least 4 years of experience in accounting or related field

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate must be able to fulfil the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Remain stationary for extended periods of time, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities.
• Lift, push, and/or pull up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
• Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery as necessary.
• Communicate with others to accurately exchange information and ideas.
• Hear sufficiently to allow general and phone communications.
• Visual acuity to read standard text on screens and documents, observe surroundings, recognize hazards, and perform tasks safely.
• Observe details at close range.
• Problem solve, prioritize tasks, and interpret and understand written documents.

WORK CONTEXT
This is a full-time exempt salaried position.

At Hope, we offer a variety of plans and programs that reflect the wants and needs of our employees. As part of our mission to support our employees within the workspace and outside of it, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that offers health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and HSA with a company match. Income protection such as Company-Paid Life Insurance, Sickness Benefits, and more are also available. Hope Gas offers a 401(k) plan that incorporates a company contribution and a company match. Paid vacations, paid holidays, floating holidays and sick time are available alongside other lifestyle benefits such as Adoption Assistance, Auto/Home Insurance, Education Assistance Programs, and so much more! These benefits, programs and perks are offered to enhance your physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing because here at Hope you are not just an employee, you are family.

Join our team because together we can accomplish a job worth doing, and a life worth living.