Staff Accountant
Accounting & Finance | Full-Time | Terre Haute, Indiana (Corporate Office)
Reports to: Divisional Controller
About Hallador Energy
Hallador Energy Company (Nasdaq: HNRG) is a vertically integrated Independent Power Producer (IPP) headquartered in Terre Haute, Indiana. Through its operating businesses, Hallador provides reliable, dispatchable energy and produces high-quality bituminous coal from the Illinois Basin, serving utilities and energy market participants across the Midwest and beyond. We are a growing public company focused on meeting rising energy demand driven by AI and data center development.
Position Summary:
Hallador Energy is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our corporate accounting team in Terre Haute. Reporting to the Divisional Controller, you will perform general-ledger account reconciliations, support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, and help ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. The position offers strong exposure to financial reporting across our electric generation and coal operations, and is an excellent opportunity for an accountant looking to grow within a dynamic energy company.
Objectives of This Role:
- Supporting the Divisional Controller through the monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes.
- Monitor accounting policies and procedures for assigned areas, identify and recommend improvements to reporting processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute general-ledger account reconciliations, accurate reporting, and data verification that enable the Divisional Controller and others to analyze options and make financial decisions aligned with company objectives.
- Conduct general-ledger account reconciliations, verify the accuracy of data, and identify and correct errors made by internal and external personnel.
- Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close, including assigned journal entries and monthly balance-sheet account reconciliations, which may include cash, prepaids, accounts receivable, accounts payable, accruals, debt, and others areas.
- Perform capital expenditure (CapEx) reconciliation and management, including capitalizing project costs, managing construction-in-progress, and reconciling related accounts.
- Maintain fixed-asset subledgers and record depreciation, additions, disposals, and transfers.
- Assist with inventory accounting, including coal inventory valuation and reconciliation.
- Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions and assist with intercompany eliminations across Hallador’s subsidiaries.
- Assist in preparing schedules and commentary for operational results and variances, and in producing working-capital and cash-flow reports.
- Support internal and external audit requirements and prepare documentation for auditors.
- Prepare special financial reports as requested by senior management by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
- Comply with and support the company’s internal controls over financial reporting (including Sarbanes-Oxley/SOX requirements), helping to document, perform, and evidence control activities for assigned areas.
- Help ensure compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- One to three years of professional accounting experience, including internships or staff-level roles.
- Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- High level of computer proficiency, with strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.
- A positive, team-oriented mindset with a proficiency towards process improvement
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, or active progress toward one.
- Public accounting experience (Big Four or regional firm).
- Experience with the financial close process in a corporate or public-company environment.
- Experience in the energy, utilities, mining, or manufacturing industries.
- Familiarity with ERP or general-ledger accounting systems.
- Experience with grant reporting and monitoring.
- Experience in public-company (SEC) reporting and accounting.
What We Offer:
Target base salary range of $70,000–$85,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Total compensation also includes annual restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and the benefits described below.
- Performance-based incentives.
- Health insurance with 100% premiums paid by the company, plus dental and vision coverage.
- Access to voluntary life and disability insurance at low employee cost.
- Retirement savings plan with company contribution.
- Paid time off and the opportunity to grow within a publicly traded energy company.
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Hallador Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pay: $62,635.76 - $75,432.31 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
