Accounting Manager

Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting for Debt Issuances and subsequent Accounting, Non-Income Tax, Regulatory Accounting and other general accounting in accordance with US GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards ( IFRS ). Supports the preparation of consolidated financial statements, commission reports, implementation of rate cases and other activities as instructed by the supervisor. This function interacts with executives, peers, subordinates and external auditors on key financial matters, budgeting process and information technology issues and provides support to business development and other finance departments.

PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage month-end and year-end closing processes
Review and approve journal entries, ensuring compliance with internal controls
Perform key account analyses and review account reconciliations
Analyze financial statements and prepare variance analyses for P&L and balance sheet accounts
Manage rate case support for assigned functional financial line items
Assist with rate case implementation, including preparation and review of accounting memorandums
Review financial statements, regulatory reports, and related work papers
Establish, evaluate, and update accounting processes, practices, and policy documentation
Ensure financial statement accuracy and compliance with US GAAP, internal controls, and company policies
Identify and develop process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness
Collect and analyze data for robotic process automation and validation
Train and supervise staff
Participate in special projects as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience / Background

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related field required
Master's in Business Administration (MBA) or CPA license
5-10 years of relevant experience, including people management
CPA with at least 3 years of experience at a Big 4 or national accounting firm
Experience in corporate and/or multi-subsidiary environments
Experience with data visualization and robotic process automation a plus

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Thorough knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS rules and regulations
Strong understanding of regulated utilities accounting and ASC 980 highly desirable
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage effectively through ambiguity and complexity
Strong analytical skills for developing and enhancing business automations to drive optimization
Excellent execution and follow-through skills, with attention to documentation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Google Workspace
Familiarity with PeopleSoft, PowerPlan, and UiPath systems a plus

Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting for Debt Issuances and subsequent Accounting, Non-Income Tax, Regulatory Accounting and other general accounting in accordance with US GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards ( IFRS ). Supports the preparation of consolidated financial statements, commission reports, implementation of rate cases and other activities as instructed by the supervisor. This function interacts with executives, peers, subordinates and external auditors on key financial matters, budgeting process and information technology issues and provides support to business development and other finance departments.

PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage month-end and year-end closing processes
Review and approve journal entries, ensuring compliance with internal controls
Perform key account analyses and review account reconciliations
Analyze financial statements and prepare variance analyses for P&L and balance sheet accounts
Manage rate case support for assigned functional financial line items
Assist with rate case implementation, including preparation and review of accounting memorandums
Review financial statements, regulatory reports, and related work papers
Establish, evaluate, and update accounting processes, practices, and policy documentation
Ensure financial statement accuracy and compliance with US GAAP, internal controls, and company policies
Identify and develop process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness
Collect and analyze data for robotic process automation and validation
Train and supervise staff
Participate in special projects as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience / Background

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related field required
Master's in Business Administration (MBA) or CPA license
5-10 years of relevant experience, including people management
CPA with at least 3 years of experience at a Big 4 or national accounting firm
Experience in corporate and/or multi-subsidiary environments
Experience with data visualization and robotic process automation a plus

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Thorough knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS rules and regulations
Strong understanding of regulated utilities accounting and ASC 980 highly desirable
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage effectively through ambiguity and complexity
Strong analytical skills for developing and enhancing business automations to drive optimization
Excellent execution and follow-through skills, with attention to documentation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Google Workspace
Familiarity with PeopleSoft, PowerPlan, and UiPath systems a plus