Senior Accountant

NAES•Milford, NJ

14d•$75,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Heritage Project includes 16 power generation facilities across PA, NJ, and OH. These sites feature a variety of equipment, such as combined-cycle units, dual-fuel turbines, and subcritical boilers. The project supports a mix of fuel sources, including natural gas, oil, and gas-fired systems, with facilities like the Gilbert Generating Station and Shawville Units playing key roles. Opportunity Summary The Senior Accountant role for the Heritage Project provides accounting oversight and financial support for a multi-site portfolio, including month-end close activities, reconciliations, variance analysis, and timely GAAP-compliant reporting. Primarily based at the Gilbert Generating Station, the position works closely with plant management and external auditors to support audits, budgeting, and compliance with accounting standards and internal policies. Occasional travel to other plant locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey is required. Your scope of responsibility as Senior Accountant includes the following primary functions:

Requirements

We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in accounting and finance, including general accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, payroll, financial reporting, and support of administrative and HR-related processes.
An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field is required; a CPA designation is preferred.
Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
3–5 years in public accounting or a related industry, with exposure to multi-site operations or project-based accounting.
Advanced proficiency in accounting software (Great Plains a plus) and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel for reporting and financial analysis.
Strong understanding of GAAP, month-end close processes, reconciliations, and budget-to-actual analysis.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with management, auditors, and plant personnel.
Excellent time management, multitasking, and recordkeeping skills to meet deadlines across multiple sites.
Detail-oriented with the ability to analyze, interpret, and summarize financial data accurately.
Self-motivated, able to work independently or in team settings, with flexibility for occasional travel to plant locations.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive accounting oversight and financial support for a portfolio of client projects across multiple operating sites.
Compilation, review, and analysis of financial information across multiple operating sites.
Support of accounting processes to ensure consistent work product and timely delivery of GAAP-compliant financial reporting.
Preparation of month-end journal entries related to plant accruals, prepaid expenses, and other plant-related accounts.
Timely completion of all financial reporting deadlines.
Preparation and review of account reconciliations, with appropriate supporting documentation; investigation and resolution of unusual balances, and communication of issues to management.
Analysis and communication of budget-to-actual variances, with consideration of site-level cost drivers.
Coordination with external auditors and response to audit requests related to project and operational financial activity.
Participation in the annual budgeting process.
Ongoing compliance with applicable accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies.
Contribution to ad hoc projects and special analyses supporting broader financial initiatives.
Occasional travel to plant locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Responsible for maintaining professional, effective working relationships with: External CPAs and auditors in support of audit activities and information requests.
Plant Managers, plant personnel, and other management and administrative staff to facilitate accurate financial reporting and timely issue resolution.