Junior Accountant

LS Power Development, LLC•East Brunswick Township, NJ

6d•$70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Junior Accountant will support the monthly accounting close process for assigned power generation entities. Working under the guidance of the Senior Accountant and Accounting Manager, the Junior Accountant is responsible for completing recurring, high-frequency accounting tasks accurately and on schedule, including accounts payable processing, recurring journal entries, cash and treasury reconciliations, inventory tracking, balance sheet account reconciliations, and compliance filings. Additionally, the role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously, and a foundational understanding of US GAAP and general ledger accounting principles.

Requirements

Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
Manage multiple recurring tasks simultaneously and prioritize by urgency across the monthly close cycle
Apply analytical and numerical aptitude to identify and investigate discrepancies in account balances or journal entries
Work proficiently in Microsoft Excel and adapt quickly to ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365
Operate in an organized, self-directed manner to meet firm monthly close deadlines with minimal supervision
Bring a curiosity and willingness to learn industry-specific accounting concepts related to power generation and energy markets
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
1–2 years of accounting experience; internship or public accounting experience a plus
Foundational knowledge of US GAAP and general ledger accounting principles
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with strong Microsoft Excel skills
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP a plus
CPA candidacy or intent to pursue CPA licensure preferred
Experience in the Energy industry a plus

Nice To Haves

internship or public accounting experience a plus
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP a plus
CPA candidacy or intent to pursue CPA licensure preferred
Experience in the Energy industry a plus

Responsibilities

Review weekly plant AP invoices for assigned plants in Microsoft Dynamics 365
Verify GL account coding, proper accounting period, and Sales & Use tax flags on each invoice prior to posting
Maintain the daily cash management schedule; coordinate timing of payments with the AP team
Code and route O&M Provider invoice batch files for approval and forward to AP team for payment processing
Prepare and post monthly depreciation expense entries and maintain Fixed Asset rollforward schedules
Scan GL expense accounts for fixed asset reclassifications and initiate correcting entries as needed
Prepare prepaid amortization entries (insurance, deferred income, and other prepaids) on a monthly basis
Record Deferred Financing Cost amortization entries
Prepare Asset Retirement Obligation accretion and depreciation entries
Post and track accrual related entries
Confirm all cash-related journal entries are recorded completely and accurately each month
Record interest income and miscellaneous deposits and refunds
Ensure all wire payment support documents are filed in the appropriate Wires folder
Investigate stale outstanding checks and confirm no unique reconciling items remain unresolved at month-end
Complete monthly inventory reconciliations and communicate reconciling items to plant personnel for confirmation and resolution
Prepare monthly Sales & Use Tax files for applicable plants and submit to Tax each month
Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations for all assigned entities, ensuring GL balances are supported and explained
Identify and escalate unusual reconciling items or balances to the Senior Accountant for review
Maintain organized supporting documentation and workpapers for all assigned accounts and journal entries
Assist with financial statement audit requests by providing support schedules, reconciliations, and documentation in a timely manner