Assistant Controller

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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSISTANT CONTROLLER

The Assistant Controller will lead EEI’s accounting function under the direction of the Managing Director/Controller. This position leads monthly operations, GL closing procedures and related reporting. This position manages a team of direct reports.

Other important responsibilities of the Assistant Controller include:

Financial Operations and Leadership:

- Lead financial operations for four corporate entities including AP, AR, Reimbursables and Payroll.

- Lead monthly close including the review of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliation and intercompany activity ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

- Drive adherence to reporting timelines and reduce reporting errors through process evaluation/improvement. Provide related staff training.

- Prepare monthly flash reporting and lead preliminary monthly reporting review.

- Assist with treasury management. Compile relevant reporting to inform leadership’s decision making.

- Assist Managing Director implement new policies, procedures, and internal controls.

- Lead related documentation preparation including narrative, SOP and policy revisions.

Financial Reporting:

- Prepare Financial Statements for EEI and related affiliates including intercompany consolidations.

- Provide monthly variance analysis comparing actual expenditures against budget.

- Collaborate with Sr. Manager, FPA to support divisional and board reporting including (financial statements and cash forecasting).

- Collaborate with Sr. Manager, FPA to draft annual budget and forecasting.

Audit:

- Serve as primary point of contact with EEI’s audit firm and facilitate PBC preparation in accordance with audit deadlines.

Tax Return & Related Annual Reports:

- Partner with external firm to provide oversight for annual returns including 990 Reporting and sales and use tax.

Other Duties

- Assist with system implementations.

- Special projects as assigned by the Managing Director/ Controller and CAO.

REQUIRED & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required. CPA preferred.

- Eight years of experience in corporate accounting or public accounting, or equivalent experience, required.

- Demonstrated experience leading financial reporting and related accounting operations (GL Close, AP, AR, Payroll). Tax experience is a plus.

- Five years of experience directly managing teams of three or more people.

- Experience leading annual financial statement audits and assessing internal controls.

- Demonstrated experience leading change management and process/system implementations.

- Excellent communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work with cross functional leadership throughout the organization.

- Expert level Excel skills required.

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 is $132,000-$200,000. Starting annual salary will be determined on individual qualifications. EEI also offers an annual performance incentive which is prorated for mid-year start dates. This incentive is typically up to 10% of the base salary. 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.

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.