Principal Supervisor - Asset Management - Reporting

DTE Energy • Detroit, MI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for preparing inputs that support Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) reporting requirements. Oversees the financial inputs and preparation of reports for monthly management reporting, budgeting, and forecasting activities. Leads and supports the team to perform system administration responsibilities, including daily interface monitoring, issue resolution, and monthly system close activities. Ensures efficient operation of daily processing and functions and advises workflow improvements. This role is hybrid, with an established schedule of in-person work required at an assigned work location. Any remote work is expected to be performed from an employee’s primary residence, unless allowed (or prohibited) through the Company’s remote work guidelines. Incumbents must be available to perform a primary assignment in support of DTE’s emergency response to storms or other events that impact service to our customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business and seven years of experience in auditing, financial accounting, or financial reporting, inclusive of 1 year of informal leadership or leading projects experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, projects, and deliverables effectively.
• Ability to work overtime during peak reporting periods; flexibility in working hours is required.
• Balances multiple demands from leaders, direct reports, peers, and business partners in a positive and even-handed manner; maintains composure under pressure.
• Collaboration skills to create and foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment within the team and across functional areas.
• Leadership skills to motivate, coach, and mentor team members and others, provide ongoing constructive feedback.
• Communication skills to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with individuals at all levels inside and outside the company.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products and related business applications.

Nice To Haves

• Master Bachelor Administration (MBA)
• CPA designation or five years of public accounting experience.
• Continuous improvement or process improvement experience.
• Relevant experience in the energy or utility industry.
• Experience with the PowerPlan platform.

Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), regulatory accounting requirements, and rate case support obligations to align company processes and workflows to the standards.
• Liaises with internal and external auditors, partners with auditors to rectify any control concerns or issues and ensures Asset Management activities meet Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.
• Identifies areas for improvement in existing report data and executes enhancements to ensure processes are efficient, accurate, and operating smoothly.
• Leads the team through capital-related accounting analysis, budgeting and forecasting activities, and resolution of complex accounting matters.
• Leads and supports team with delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting inputs and inquiries to External Reporting and other business partners.
• Oversees system administration activities, including master data creation, interface monitoring, system close support, and issue resolution.
• Collaborates cross-functionally within the accounting teams to support a successful and timely monthly close process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal