Associate Accountant, Staff

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment will not be considered.

About the role

Under direct supervision and guidance, the Associate Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation of financial data for Eversource and provides financial support. This role assists with month-end, year-end, compliance, and other financial responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the day-to-day operations of the Eversource accounting function.
• Handles monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Performs accounting control activities including account reconciliations, journal entries, and close-out reviews.
• Assists with closing activities, prepares journal entries for accounts, reviews and reconciles general ledger accounts, and analyzes variances.
• Investigates and resolves outstanding items.
• Coordinates financial reports to comply with federal and state regulations including FERC Form 1, 3Q, and 60, as well as various state commission supplemental reports and schedules.
• Assists in the interpretation of new regulations and orders relative to accounting matters and the assignment of new FERC accounts in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulation, Chart of Accounts, and relevant accounting policy standards.
• Maintains the integrity of accounting information in the system and makes adjustments as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 0 to 3 years of related accounting experience, preferably in a corporate and/or public accounting environment.
• Strong knowledge of basic accounting theory and functional accounting practices and procedures.
• Good analytical skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be available to work emergency storm assignments as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Benefits

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The benefits program includes health, retirement, and other employee benefits.

Pay

The annual salary range for this position is $65,640.00 - $72,930.00. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.

Schedule

• Regular full-time position.
• Emergency response assignments may require assistance outside of normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.