Process Improvement Lead - Accounting (Denver, PA, US, 17517)

UGI Corp. • Denver, PA

38d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position will lead cross functional special projects, process improvements, and the backfill of other Accounting roles/responsibilities during periods of transition. The ideal candidate will have diverse accounting background, pick up new responsibilities quickly, and enjoy designing and implementing new processes. This position will have exposure to all departments within UGI Utilities and lead cross Company projects with UGI Corporation and other UGI affiliated Companies as they arise.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years related supervisory work experience in corporate or public accounting, Big Four experience preferred
• Must have bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline and CPA designation
• Expertise in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) & Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance. SEC Reporting expertise is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work across disciplines such as payroll, benefits, IT, and other functional units. Ability to communicate with multiple persons throughout the Company to accomplish objectives
• Strong analytical skills as well as written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in proactively leading, managing, motivating and coaching a team of accounting professionals
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting Required
• 7+ years accounting work experience
• CPA preferred

Nice To Haves

• MBA Preferred
• Desirable - Public Accounting Experience (Big 4 preferred)
• Desirable - Large ERP System Experience (SAP Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide vision, strategy and lead special projects and process improvements to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting function at UGI, as well as enhance process documentation.
• Backfill of other Accounting roles/responsibilities during periods of transition.
• As time permits, lead aspects of the month end close process on a rotational basis while improving the process.
• Support the accounting function through participation in and leadership of various company-wide projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees