DTE Energy

Principal Supervisor - Technical Acct / External Reporting

Detroit, MI

full time

On-site

Utilities

About This Job

DTE is one of the nation’s largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer’s homes and Michigan’s progress for more than a century. And as Michigan’s largest source of renewable energy, we’re creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We’re also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states.

But we’re more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences and values everyone’s health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things.

Testing Required Number of Positions:

Apply by:

Until filled

Location:

Detroit - Downtown Headquarter - Walker Cisler Buildin

Bidding Restriction :

1 Year

Hybrid Role:

Must be able to come on-site periodically and reside a commutable distance from the assigned work location.

Emergency Response:

Yes – Must be available to perform a primary assignment in support of DTE’s emergency response to storms or other events that impact service to our customers.

Job Summary

Supervises a team of professionals responsible for all or some combination of the accountabilities identified below and utilize varying combinations of the competencies cited in this description, depending on the organization & role to which they're assigned. Span of Control: Leads a team of individual contributors/individual contributors and leaders

The External Reporting group’s responsibilities include the preparation and filing of the DTE Energy Form 10-K’s, Form 10-Q’s, and Form 11-K’s with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).  Also handles preparation and submission of annual and quarterly regulatory filings to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). This role prepares these filings, as well as s upervises a team of professionals responsible for the above.

Key Accountabilities

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Provides supervision and oversight for all aspects of the assigned process

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Solves business and operating problems related to their area using recognized financial analysis techniques

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Responsibilities may include monthly accruals, accurate and timely payments in accordance with contract terms, account reconciliations, etc.

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Conducts benchmarking studies and reports monthly performance metrics

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Monitors work practices and utilizes continuous improvement and lean systems methodology

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Creates a positive working environment, supports training and development, diversity, work and personal life balance and enterprise core values

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Conducts other related management duties as assigned

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Ensures the accomplishment of the following core supervisory/management functions for a given group(s) within area of responsibility; planning, organizing, directing the performance of on-going activities and/or special/ad hoc

assignments, staffing (employee selections, training, coaching and performance management, time entry), coordinating, reporting and budgeting.

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Leads the continuous improvement commitment and efforts within area of responsibility: designing processes; establishing quality and quantity standards and metrics; collecting, refining, adapting and communicating best practices; sharing knowledge and developing staff in a systematic fashion. Uses process design outcomes to solve problems.

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This position may require gas FERC training

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

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Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business-related or technical discipline and 7 years of experience in a finance and/or business related area inclusive of one year of informal leadership or project-based leadership; functional expertise in financial analysis or accounting

Preferred Other Qualifications

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MBA or Master’s degree

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Experience with the Workiva Wdesk reporting platform

Other Requirement

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Comprehensive understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and SEC reporting requirements to ensure the Company's compliance in external reports

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Experience in the application of a broad range of technical accounting and reporting requirements

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Balances multiple demands from superiors, and/or subordinates & peers in a positive and even-handed fashion; displays a calm demeanor under pressure

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Motivates through "leading by example", coaching/mentoring and providing ongoing constructive feedback to subordinate staff; competent in systematically eliciting the best efforts and results from subordinate staff

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Ability to compile and analyze complex financial data

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Ability with project management techniques and tools

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PC proficiency, including experience with MS Office product

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Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing with individuals at all levels, inside and outside the corporation

Additional Information

Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision

PRIVACY NOTICE TO CALIFORNIA JOB APPLICANTS

At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity, employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal and/or state laws.