WHO WE ARE
The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Our members provide electricity for more than 220 million Americans and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. As a whole, the electric power industry supports more than 7 million jobs in communities across the United States.
EEI employees are required to work in office Monday-Thursday and have the option to work remotely on Fridays.
This role is classified as non-exempt pursuant to the FLSA regulations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ACCOUNTING OPERATIONS ASSISTANT:
The Accounting Operations Assistant provides essential support to EEI’s Internal Accounting team by performing day-to-day accounts payable, accounts receivable, and travel & expense functions. This role is well-suited for an early-career accounting professional looking to build a strong foundation in accounting and finance within a dynamic, mid-sized association. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Other important responsibilities of the Accounting Operations Assistant include:
Accounts Payable:
- Process and code vendor invoices in accordance with company policies and internal controls.
- Assist with weekly payment runs, including check, ACH, and wire disbursements.
- Monitor the AP inbox and serve as a first point of contact for internal stakeholders on payment status, invoice inquiries, and vendor-related questions.
- Support month-end close activities, including accruals and AP aging review.
- Maintain vendor records and assist with new vendor onboarding and W-9 collection.
Accounts Receivable:
- Post and apply cash receipts, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers.
- Assist with invoice generation and batch uploads.
- Monitor AR aging and assist with month-end reconciliation of AR subledger.
- Support deferred revenue tracking and recognition in coordination with the accounting team.
- Monitor the AR inbox and serve as a first point of contact for internal stakeholders on collection status, invoice inquiries, and member-related questions.
Travel & Expense:
- Review and process employee expense reports in accordance with the company's T&E policy.
- Identify and follow up on policy exceptions or non-compliant submissions with employees and managers.
- Assist with corporate card program administration, including transaction import and reconciliation.
Other Duties:
- Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies in current AP/AR workflows.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with operational divisions to resolve billing and payment issues.
REQUIRED & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent or up 2 years of work experience in an accounting, finance operations role.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage high transaction volumes accurately.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and professionalism.
- Exposure to ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms
- Familiarity with expense management tools such as Concur or Ramp
- Basic understanding of GAAP and internal controls
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants should apply online through EEI’s career site. EEI uses Clear Company as our applicant tracking system. An application is considered when all required fields are completed.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role at the Assistant level is $50,000-75,000. Starting annual salary will be determined on individual qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness incentives and programs, transportation subsidy, and professional development opportunities. The role is eligible for a performance-based annual bonus.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EEI is committed to providing a productive and safe environment. To achieve that goal, we conduct background and reference check investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Equal Opportunity Employment M/D/F/V.
Skills Required
- Associate's Degree in Accounting or equivalent, or up to 2 years of accounting/finance operations experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong attention to detail with ability to manage high transaction volumes accurately.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and professionalism.
- Exposure to ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics or similar platforms.
- Familiarity with expense management tools such as Concur or Ramp.
- Basic understanding of GAAP and internal controls.
- Experience performing accounts payable, accounts receivable, travel & expense processing, and month-end close support.
What We Do
The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the leading industry association representing all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. EEI's mission is to drive policies, connect people, and provide strategic business insights that support member companies as they work to deliver safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to nearly 250 million Americans across all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
