Essential Utilities, Inc.

Accountant

Winchester, KY

full_time

About This Job

Are you looking for a fantastic career at Delta Gas? We have an exciting opportunity for an Accountant II in the Winchester, KY area!

Under limited supervision, perform moderately complex activities related to maintaining a complete and accurate general ledger and the resultant reports and statements. Perform account reconciliations, assist with Public Service Commission (PSC) annual report preparation, and provide audit support.

Essential Duties:

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Participate in month-end closing functions under limited supervision and meet all closing deadlines.

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Prepare and post journal entries with thorough supporting documentation.

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Analyze accounts and prepare account reconciliations; immediately bring inconsistencies and/or issues to the attention of management.

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Perform general accounting analysis.

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Adhere to accounting control procedures.

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Provide support for external audits and quarterly reviews, internal audits, and regulatory audits.

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Assist with PSC annual reporting, Energy Information Administration (EIA) reporting, American Gas Association (AGA) reporting, and Rate Cases.

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Assist with regulated natural gas accounting matters such as interstate gas supply, local production gas, and storage gas.

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Understand internal control systems and policies/procedures to ensure appropriate accounting and disclosure of financial transactions.

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Perform financial analysis of business as assigned by the Controller.

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Prepare operating budget.

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Monitor performance against budget on a regular basis and communicate status to appropriate personnel and make recommendations as necessary, including monthly budget variance review.

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Participate in system upgrades and modifications.

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Perform other assignments as required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

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Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), accounting policies and procedures.

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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word. Knowledge of SAP or any ERP system.

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Ability to analyze financial data and prepare accounting reports, statements, and projections.

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Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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Highly motivated with effective time management skills; able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and manage competing priorities in order to meet deadlines with quality deliverables.

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Ability to work overtime to meet deadlines.

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Strong customer focus.

Experience/Minimum Qualifications:

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Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.

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At least two to three years' experience in accounting or a related field.

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Demonstrated experience and skill in attention-to-detail, time management, and problem-solving.

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Knowledge of natural gas utility industry operations preferred.

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SAP ERP experience preferred.

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