Accounting Specialist

Wild Rice Electric Cooperative is seeking a detail-oriented, customer-focused Accounting Specialist to join our Finance team. This position offers an opportunity to build a rewarding accounting career while supporting the financial operations of a member-owned electric cooperative that serves communities across northwest Minnesota.

About Wild Rice Electric

Wild Rice Electric Cooperative is a member-owned electric distribution cooperative headquartered in Mahnomen, Minnesota. We proudly serve more than 11,000 members across 3,645 miles of line throughout Mahnomen, Polk, Norman, Clay, Becker, and Clearwater counties. Our service territory showcases the best of northwest Minnesota—a beautiful landscape of prairie, pines, and lakes. Our team of 41 dedicated employees is committed to safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional member service.

About The Role

This is a full-time, regular position based at our headquarters in Mahnomen, Minnesota where you’ll work alongside a collaborative team serving our members each day. As the Accounting Specialist, you’ll play an integral role in supporting the Cooperative’s financial operations while providing exceptional service to our members. Your work will include accounts payable, budget billing, capital credits, payment processing, account maintenance, and member account support.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Cooperative’s accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely payment of invoices.
• Administer the budget billing program and assist members with enrollment, annual reconciliations, and account questions.
• Support the Cooperative’s capital credit program, including member accounts, estate retirements, annual allocations, and distributions.
• Process member payments and maintain accurate financial records.
• Assist members by phone and in person with billing, payment, and account inquiries.
• Support delinquent account administration, payment arrangements, and applicable assistance programs.
• Assist with month-end processes, year-end audit activities, and other accounting functions as assigned.

Requirements

Our ideal candidate is someone who enjoys combining strong accounting skills with outstanding customer service.

• Takes pride in producing accurate, detail-oriented work.
• Communicates professionally and respectfully with members and coworkers.
• Manages multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Exercises sound judgment and maintains confidentiality.
• Enjoys working independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or Finance required, plus four (4) years of relevant accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Knowledge of RUS accounting practices is preferred.

Pay

Wild Rice Electric Cooperative offers a competitive hiring range of $30.12 - $34.57 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

• Retirement Security (RS) Pension Plan.
• 401(k) retirement contribution.
• Comprehensive medical and insurance benefits.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative workplace culture where safety, teamwork, and service come first.