Accountant, Staff (Hybrid)

Eversource Energy•Berlin, CT

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under some supervision, the Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation of financial data for Eversource. Provide financial support to Eversource. Responsible for the preparation of month-end, and year-end matters, compliance and other financial responsibilities.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of basic accounting theory
Strong knowledge of functional accounting practices and procedures
Good analytical skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Quantitative and qualitative analyses skills
Knowledge of GAAP
Strong functional understanding of computerized accounting programs
Demonstrated skill with MS Office applications (Specifically Word and Excel)
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
Three (3) to five (5) years of related accounting experience preferably in a corporate and/or public accounting environment

Nice To Haves

Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Eversource accounting function
Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual financial closing processes.
Performs accounting control activities including account reconciliations, journal entries and close-out reviews
Plans, coordinates and performs assignments associated wit the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial management reports including reports and presentations to Senior Management
Prepares journal entries for accounts, reviews and reconciles general ledger accounts, analyzes variances.
Investigates and resolves outstanding items.
Maintains the integrity of accounting information in the system and makes adjustments as needed.