Are you looking for a fantastic career at Essential Utilities?
We have an exciting opportunity for an
Intermediate Accountant
to join the Finance team!
Under limited supervision the Accountant II performs moderately complex activities related to maintaining a complete and accurate general
ledger and the resultant reports and statements. Perform account reconciliations, assist with Public Utility Commission (PUC) annual report
preparation, and provide audit support.
What you’ll love: The chance to build relationships with all levels of the organization while working on a true team! Are you a people person with a passion for accounting and finance? Let’s Talk!
Essential Duties:
•Participate in month-end closing functions under limited supervision and meet all closing deadlines.
•Prepare and post journal entries with thorough supporting documentation.
•Analyze accounts and prepare account reconciliations; immediately bring inconsistencies and/or issues to the attention of management.
•Perform general accounting analysis.
•Adhere to accounting control procedures.
•Provide support for external audits and quarterly reviews, internal audits, and regulatory audits.
•Assist with PUC annual reporting, Energy Information Administration (EIA) reporting, American Gas Association (AGA) reporting, and rate cases.
•Assist with regulated natural gas accounting matters such as interstate gas supply, local production gas, and storage gas.
•Assist with benefits accounting
•Participate in system upgrades and modifications
Minimum Qualifications
•Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
•At least two years' experience in accounting or a related field.
•Demonstrated experience and skill in attention-to-detail, time management, and problem-solving.
•Knowledge of natural gas utility industry operations preferred.
•SAP ERP experience preferred