lead accountant/supervisor - hybrid camden, nj

Randstad • Cherry Hill, NJ

400d • $100,000 - $110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Lead Accountant position at a large publicly traded utility company involves gathering and analyzing financial data for specific subsidiaries, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of subsidiary general ledgers. This hybrid role requires three days onsite and two days remote work per week, and it plays a crucial part in the financial close process, compliance with regulations, and collaboration with various teams.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of accounting experience is required.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Desired experience includes corporate and/or multi-subsidiary companies.
• CPA or an advanced degree is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

• Prepares journal entries and aids in the monthly financial close process.
• Reviews financial results and variances, ensuring the subsidiary general ledgers are accurate and complete.
• Conducts key account analyses and reconciliations, promptly investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Provides reporting, data, and analysis to support consolidation and the External Reporting team in meeting quarterly and annual SEC reporting obligations.
• Prepares quarterly and annual financial statements for subsidiaries and ensures compliance with US GAAP, state utility regulations, internal controls, and company policies.
• Assists with annual audits, including both consolidated and subsidiary audits, and coordinates with external auditors.
• Interprets rate case orders and other regulatory decisions, implementing appropriate accounting practices.
• Collaborates with teams such as Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Treasury, Accounts Payable, Call Center Operations, and Tax to provide information and analysis on accounting and reporting issues.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401K contribution
• Incentive and recognition program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees