Senior Accountant

A career at CoBank can offer you the opportunity to make a personal impact on the people and communities where we do business. In order to be the best, we hire the best!

Benefits Offered by CoBank

• Careers with a purpose
• Time-Off Packages, 15 days of vacation, 10 paid sick days and 11 paid holidays
• Competitive Compensation & Incentive
• Hybrid work model: flexible arrangements for most positions
• Benefits Packages, including Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Disability, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Robust associate training and development with CoBank University
• Tuition reimbursement for higher education up to $10k per year
• Outstanding 401k: up to 6% matching and additional 3% non-elective contribution & Student Loan Match
• Community Impact: United Way Angel Day, Volunteer Day and Associate Directed Contribution
• Associate Resource Groups: creating a culture of respect and inclusion
• Recognize a fellow associate through our GEM awards

Performs complex general accounting responsibilities, including accounts payable, applying knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and concepts, and provides leadership to other accountants on the team. Administers and controls one or more automated accounting systems/modules, including the coordination of automated processes and procedural work flow. Performs complex accounting analyses, reconciliations and projects which support the requirements of the division. Researches accounting guidance as needed to ensure compliance with GAAP. Duties include preparation and review of journal entries and account reconciliations, as well as analysis of financial statement account balances and related variances/trends.

• Maintains the assigned accounting system(s) utilizing knowledge of GAAP accounting concepts. Analyzes system reports to assure integrity of system data and performs related accounting reconciliations. Generates standard reports or creates ad-hoc reports, as requested. Conducts system issue troubleshooting, as well as system enhancement testing and implementations.
• Prepares assigned account reconciliations in accordance with established internal control policies and deadlines. Identifies and documents all outstanding transactions, and coordinates with appropriate staff to ensure timely clearing. Audits account activity for appropriateness of transaction flows and accounting compliance.
• Responsibility over key activities and business processes within the Accounts Payable area, ensuring adherence to GAAP and compliance with corporate policies.
• Reviews basic journal entries and reconciliations.
• Provides accounting services related to assigned areas of responsibility. Calculates accounting transactions, records activity on the general ledger, resolves any related issues, creates and distributes documentation and reports and provides customer service to stakeholders.
• Participates in monthly, quarterly and annual close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries and income statement variance analysis.
• Independently performs complex accounting analyses, and completes special projects for management as assigned.
• Provides back-up for functions performed by others in department.

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline, required.  Accounting preferred

•  Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting concepts required
•  Understanding of general accounting, cash management and accounts payable functions required
•  Experience administering automated accounting systems with conversion or upgrade experience preferred 

Sedentary Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Occasional Travel occurs infrequently (typically, once a month or less).

The typical base pay range for this role is between $85,900 - $98,240. Compensation may vary based on individual job-related knowledge, skills, expertise, and experience. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.

The listed salary, other compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. This job will be posted for a minimum of five (5) business days or until the position is filled. CoBank reserves the right to adjust compensation for all positions and to modify or discontinue benefits programs at any time in its sole discretion, subject to applicable law.

CoBank is a cooperative bank serving vital industries across rural America. The bank provides loans, leases, export financing and other financial services to agribusinesses and rural power, water and communications providers in all 50 states. The bank also provides wholesale loans and other financial services to affiliated Farm Credit associations serving more than 76,000 farmers, ranchers and other rural borrowers in 23 states around the country. CoBank is a member of the Farm Credit System, a nationwide network of banks and retail lending associations chartered to support the borrowing needs of U.S. agriculture, rural infrastructure and rural communities. Headquartered outside Denver, Colorado, CoBank serves customers from regional banking centers across the U.S. and also maintains an international representative office in Singapore.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

We are committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all applicants, including qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant with a disability, or are assisting an applicant with a disability, and require accessibility assistance or would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the application process, including completing an application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please submit a request by emailing recruiting@cobank.com. Include your contact information and specific details about your requested accommodation.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

CoBank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.