Financial Analyst - Technical Acct

DTE Energy•Detroit, MI

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Performs analytical work and research for the Accounting Policy & Research group, which coordinates and manages complex financial accounting and analysis relating to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Regulatory Accounting Principles (RAP) issues. Responsible for researching and assisting with accounting guidance based on accounting authoritative literature and pronouncements. Provides technical accounting and finance expertise on a wide range of accounting and business issues with supervision under the guidance of senior members of the team. The External Reporting group’s responsibilities include the preparation and filing of the DTE Energy Form 10-K’s, Form 10-Q’s, and Form 11-K’s with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Also handles preparation and submission of annual and quarterly regulatory filings to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). Span of Control: 0; this is an individual contributor job.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or business related field and two years of experience in auditing, financial accounting and/or financial reporting
Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and SEC reporting requirements
Experience in application of a broad range of technical accounting and reporting requirements
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to organize work independently and work in teams
Engages in a positive working environment within and across functional areas
Computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office suite
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to concisely analyze, summarize and present financial information to large and/or small audiences
Ability to respond quickly to changing customer requirements and changes in the business
Ability to work overtime during peak reporting periods; flexibility in working hours required
Willing to perform an emergency or storm assignment as needed

Nice To Haves

CPA or two years of experience in public accounting
Experience with SAP (Systems, Applications, and Products)
Experience in financial reporting, public accounting and/or auditing
Experience working with the Workiva SEC reporting platform (Wdesk)
Experience working with Excel/Microsoft office
Experience working with Copilot/other AI models
Experience in the energy industry

Responsibilities

Provides information to assist with the implementation of new accounting pronouncements and accounting research related to financial statement presentation and disclosures
Assists with providing information to external auditors on emerging accounting issues and reporting matters
Supports identification of process improvements and assists with implementation
Provides accounting guidance on accounting related matters with supervision
Researches current and emerging accounting issues and implements related accounting policies and procedures
Assists with compliance with GAAP and regulatory accounting
Prepares accounting analysis and whitepapers with supervision
Assists with analysis of business transactions and proposal of accounting treatment
Compiles information to assist with the preparation of external financial reports in compliance with SEC and other regulatory reporting requirements
Prepares drafts of financial statements and footnotes with supervision