Energy Accountant

About the role

The Accountant - Energy/Back Office is an experienced professional responsible for compiling and preparing general ledger entries, maintaining fuel inventories, and supporting the development of metrics to manage business risks.

Responsibilities

• Compile and prepare general ledger entries for fuel transactions.
• Prepare account reconciliations monthly to substantiate general ledger balances.
• Reconcile monthly statements and communicate data to Front Office for fuel cost assignment.
• Aid in the preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual reports, including LPSC FAC and EAC filings and FERC filings.
• Maintain and reconcile fuel inventories in the appropriate system.
• Support the General Accounting Manager with the development and implementation of metrics.
• Analyze historical data and identify trends to improve decision-making.
• Engage in process improvement initiatives to enhance Energy/Back Office service delivery.
• Use data and analytics to support continuous improvement and automation of routine tasks.
• Exercise ethical business conduct and comply with relevant laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 3+ years of related experience.
• Experience with Financial Systems/SAP preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft tools and applications required.
• Experience with MISO preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP, Internal Control processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, and project management skills.
• Willingness and ability to learn new technologies.
• Ability to exercise judgment and escalate issues appropriately.
• Proficient in functioning within a team environment.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Willingness to support organizational goals and objectives.

Key Competencies

• Building Partnerships
• Leading Teams
• Business Acumen
• Communication
• Courage
• Building Self-Insight
• Driving for Results
• Energizing the Organization
• Driving Execution
• Building Trusting Relationships
• Driving Innovation
• Planning and Organizing
• Safety
• Establishing Strategic Direction