Accountant/Sr Accountant Jobs

Primary Job Duties And Responsibilities (Essential Job Function)

The senior accountant prepares financial and business related accounting and analyses in such areas as depreciation and capital rate base. The senior accountant monitors new developments in generally accepted accounting principles and incorporates such guidance into the financial statement support. Assists in other financial reporting matters and business-related studies, as required.

Analyze capital project cost data related to construction projects in order to unitize costs to the Company property records. Perform analyses of the property records as needed for reporting and business unit needs. Maintain asset records to support regulatory, insurance and depreciation data requests. (50%)

Develop, implement and update the Company asset information system to meet both current reporting needs and future requirements. Provide the financial and operational areas with timely, accurate and meaningful information allowing them to better manage their areas of responsibility. (10%)

Complete journal entries and supporting documentation. Maintain general ledger detail and complete monthly reconciliations of assigned activities. (10%)

Analyze and report financial data for management or external users. Such reporting may include the federal energy regulatory commission, responses to regulatory inquiries and any other ad-hoc analysis or reporting of interest to management and business unit leaders. (10%)

Compile and prepare information for regulatory filings and reporting. (5%)

Present results of research and analyses and provide recommendations in written and verbal presentation formats. Use personal computer based systems and software to compile and prepare reports. (5%)

Responsible for special projects and developing appropriate asset financial models as necessary. (5%)

Provide technical input to assist in development of capital project planning and forecasting. (5%)

Perform Additional Responsibilities As Requested Or Assigned.

Job

Accounting

Primary Location

IA-Des Moines

Organization

Finance & Accounting

Schedule

Full time

Hiring Range

$56,200 - $76,100

Bachelor's degree in accounting.

MBA or CPA preferred.

Two or more years' experience in accounting, financial planning, finance, public accounting or other related experience.

Strong personal computer skills; proficiency in Word, Excel, Access, Database2 and PowerPoint; demonstrated ability to understand and utilize computer systems and applications as tools for analysis.

Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to develop and conduct presentations.

Leadership abilities, effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Effective project management skills; the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.